Honesty Box Bread Shut Down in Mount Martha Following Resident Complaint
A beloved honesty box bread system in Mount Martha has been shut down after a resident’s complaint, with council regulations requiring a costly permit. Locals express frustration over the decision.
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.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Releases Draft Onsite Wastewater Management Plan for Public Consultation
The Mornington Peninsula Shire has released its draft Onsite Wastewater Management Plan 2024-2029, focusing on improving wastewater system performance and reducing environmental risks. Public consultation is open until 31st March 2025.
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.
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.
Community Input Sought for Morce Avenue Sorrento Car Park Expansion
The Mornington Peninsula Shire is seeking public input on four proposed designs to expand the Morce Avenue car park in Sorrento.
Paid Parking ‘Dead and Buried’ as Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Confirms
Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Anthony Marsh confirms that paid parking is officially scrapped following public feedback. Read article for full details.
Mayor Clarifies $250,000 State Funding Amid McCrae Landslide Efforts
Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor clarifies the $250,000 state funding, confirming it relates to prior storm damage, not the McCrae landslide.