Mayor Marsh Washes Hands of Hastings Club, Eyes New Use for Building
Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Anthony Marsh says council had “little choice” but not to fund the Hastings Club, sparking criticism and reigniting concerns of neglect in the Western Port area.
Mayor Responds to Inspectorate Investigation Reports: “Nothing Beyond Routine Checks”
Mayor Anthony Marsh of Mornington Peninsula Shire has downplayed speculation of an investigation by the Local Government Inspectorate, emphasizing routine post-election procedures.
Prayer and Preferences? Curious Alliance in Flinders Sparks Controversy
A quiet prayer between Flinders candidates Ben Smith and Mike Brown has ignited political controversy, with claims of preference discussions denied by both parties.
Southern Peninsula Support Centre Prepares for Increased Winter Demand
The Southern Peninsula Community Support Centre expects increased demand this winter, with CEO Jeremy Maxwell highlighting uncertainty in government funding and ongoing community reliance.
Western Port Communities Demand Better Sports Infrastructure After Club Closure
The Hastings Club’s closure highlights long-term underinvestment in Western Port, with residents vocally criticizing the Council’s inadequate support for local sports infrastructure over decades.
Free-for-All in McCrae as Daily Looting Ensues
Displaced McCrae residents say their evacuated homes are being looted daily, with police unable to intervene due to ongoing safety concerns after the January 14 landslide.
Ben Smith Calls for End to Two-Party Dominance in Flinders
Independent candidate Ben Smith calls for change in Flinders, criticizing decades of two-party rule for failing to improve roads, hospitals, schools, and infrastructure.
CEO for Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Predicts a May Federal Election
Frankston, VIC – The CEO of the Committee for Frankston and Mornington, Josh Sinclair, has predicted that the federal government will call an election in May, highlighting the region’s significance in shaping the next government. As political and community leaders gather for a major Election Forum to discuss the future of the Frankston and Mornington […]
McCrae Landslide: Residents Eager to Return Home
Investigations into the McCrae landslide are progressing, with authorities focused on determining the cause and ensuring the safe return of displaced residents.
Shire Seeking Clarification Arthurs Seat Eagle Development
Mornington Peninsula shire Council is seeking clarification over development proposals for the Arthurs Seat Eagle.