Hinterland Environmental Water Scheme The Hinterland Environmental Water Scheme would supply high-quality alternate water for agriculture and public open spaces across the Mornington Peninsula’s hinterland region.
Crib Point gas pipeline project Mornington Peninsula Shire is urging all residents to have their say on a proposal for a new gas facility and underground pipeline at Crib Point. The Crib Point Gas Import Jetty and Pipeline Project is proposed by AGL and APA Group to increase the supply of natural gas to south-eastern Australia.
Food Economy and Agroecology Strategy Mornington Peninsula Shire Council is committed to fostering a thriving local food economy and building resilience to climate change through sustainable farming practices, enhancing biodiversity and adopting circular economy principles.
Mornington Peninsula classification – COVID-19 The Shire is extremely concerned about the community impact of the closure of Centrelink Mornington.
Closure of Mornington Centrelink The Shire is delighted the Federal Government has decided to keep the Mornington Centrelink office permanently open.
Share Our Beaches. Share Our Summer This summer when you are visiting Peninsula beaches, be sure to treat our precious environment with care and show respect for those around us.
Peninsula Trail The Peninsula Trail includes four priority links for cycling and walking, connecting our bays, hills and plains.
Stony Point to Cowes Car Ferry Bass Coast Shire, Mornington Peninsula Shire and the Victorian Government are preparing a business case to determine the cost, requirements and viability of a vehicle and passenger ferry service between Stony Point, French Island (Passengers only) and Phillip Island.
Road Safety The Shire is committed to improving road safety outcomes for all road users and has commenced many road safety initiatives since becoming a Towards Zero municipality in 2016. In collaboration with TAC, VicRoads and Victoria Police, programs are being developed that demonstrate the safe system principles in a coordinated effort to reduce road related serious injuries and fatalities.
Electrification of rail to Hastings Council acknowledges the $225 million funding commitment to extending the electric rail service from Frankston to Baxter, but calls on the Commonwealth Government and the Victorian Government to investigate expanding the scope of the upgrade to Hastings as part of the project.
Mountain Bike and BMX Strategy Children and young people on the Mornington Peninsula have embraced a new hobby – building bike jumps and tracks in their neighbourhoods.