Backlash Over Mayor’s Comments as Hastings Community Demands Answers
Outrage is growing in Hastings after Mayor Marsh’s remarks on the club’s closure. Community leaders point to council inaction, unequal funding, and long-standing neglect of the Western Port region.
Council’s 3% Rate Hike Misses the Mark with Residents
Mornington Shire’s 3% rate increase has faced backlash from residents, particularly in lower-income areas like Hastings, who argue the burden of recovery from the McCrae landslide unfairly falls on them. Deputy Mayor Pingiaro cited financial pressures and a lack of state support, but many feel betrayed after promises of a rate freeze during the election.
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.
Another Senior Departure at Mornington Peninsula Shire
Another senior leader has resigned from Mornington Peninsula Shire, with insider reports suggesting more exits to come. Is this a restructure or something bigger?
What Is Going On at the Shire?
Reports from an insider are that the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Director of Planning, Renae Littlejohn, has suddenly left the role. The insider further reports high staff turnover and low morale within the organisation.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Adjusts Budget Amid McCrae Landslip Costs
The Mornington Peninsula Shire has restructured its budget to absorb the costs of the McCrae landslip, allocating $1.2 million for emergency management and removing the last COVID-19 business assistance package.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Boosts Road Maintenance Budget for 2025
The Mornington Peninsula Shire has increased its road maintenance budget for 2025, with 35 roads set for renewal under the Roads to Recovery project. Community feedback will shape future improvements.
Mark Stoermer Named New CEO of Mornington Peninsula Shire
As STPL News predicted, the new CEO has prior experience with a south-eastern council and has already worked with some of the current councillors and our sources have delivered! Mornington Peninsula Shire has officially named Mark Stoermer as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following a Special Council Meeting today.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Set to Announce New CEO This Week!
Mornington Peninsula Shire is poised to announce its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) later this week, pending the completion of final background checks. Several sources have indicated that the selected candidate has prior experience with a south-eastern council and he has previously collaborated with some current councillors.
Poll Reveals Strong Support for Scrapping “Acknowledgement of Country” at Council Meetings
A Facebook poll by former Mornington Peninsula Mayor Steve Holland reveals 76% support for removing the Acknowledgement of Country from council meetings. Councillors respond, with unverified claims suggesting a motion may already be in the works.