Langwarrin Man Charged with Wife’s Murder
A 63-year-old man has been charged with murder following the stabbing death of his wife in Langwarrin, just hours after a family Christmas lunch.
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Man Drowns at Balnarring Beach
A man tragically drowned at Balnarring Beach on Boxing Day after falling from his kayak. Emergency services attended, but he could not be revived.
Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing Man William
Frankston Police are seeking public assistance to locate 83-year-old William, last seen at Frankston Beach on 25 December. Contact Frankston Police with any information.
Five Arrested After Christmas Eve Burglary in Mount Eliza
Police arrested five individuals, including three youths, after a Christmas Eve aggravated burglary in Mount Eliza involving a stolen car, a crash, and an imitation firearm.
13-Year-Old Girl Arrested Over Hastings Train Station Blaze
A 13-year-old girl has been arrested in connection with the Hastings Railway Station fire. Train services have resumed with a temporary bench in place.
Fire Destroys Hastings Train Station, Bus Replaces Stony Point Line
A fire has destroyed Hastings train station, forcing the closure of the Stony Point train line. Metro Trains is working to resume services with a bus replacement running between Tyabb and Bittern, including a stop at Hastings.
Narre Warren Man Charged with Murder Following Rye Shooting
A 24-year-old Narre Warren man has been charged with murder following a Rye shooting on 2 December, leaving two people dead. Police investigations continue.
BREAKING NEWS: Four Arrested Following Fatal Shooting in Rye
Homicide Squad detectives have arrested four men in connection with the shooting deaths of two people in Rye earlier this month. Investigations are ongoing.
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.
Somerville to Baxter Bike Trail Construction Underway
Construction has started on the Somerville to Baxter section of the Peninsula Trail, a $7.8M project funded by the Australian and Victorian governments. Cr Kate Roper, Mayor Anthony Marsh, and Paul Mercurio MP highlight its benefits for local connectivity, walking, and cycling.
