Construction begins on new homes for women and children in Mornington Published on 28 October 2026 A safe place to call home: Construction begins on 10 new homes that will provide safe and secure housing for women and children experiencing housing stress and insecurity on the Peninsula. Tagged as: , Media Release
Violence and intimidation have no place in public life Published on 28 October 2026 Elected representatives must be able to serve their communities without fear of violence or intimidation, the Shire Mayor said an address at last night’s Council meeting. Tagged as: , Media Release
A new chapter for Mornington Peninsula Libraries Published on 27 October 2026 The Shire is preparing to write the next chapter in library services, with an exciting vision that will make libraries more accessible and responsive to our community's changing needs. Tagged as: , Media Release
New pathways grow agricultural careers on the Peninsula Published on 27 October 2026 The Shire is helping students, job seekers and career changers explore careers in local agriculture through a new agricultural careers pathway map, the Future Farmers Pathway Program and a growing suite of industry initiatives. Tagged as: , Media Release
French Ambassador to explore The Briars' unique Napoleon connection Published on 23 October 2026 French Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Mr David Martinon, will visit The Briars on Friday 23 October to explore the Mornington Peninsula's remarkable connection to Napoleon Bonaparte. Tagged as: , Media Release
Shining a light on gambling harm during Gambling Harm Awareness Week Published on 22 October 2026 Mornington Peninsula Shire is supporting Gambling Harm Awareness Week (24 – 31 October 2026) with a new three-part podcast series exploring the impacts of gambling harm, sharing lived experience insights and highlighting the support available for those affected. Tagged as: , Media Release
Learn, earn and launch your future with a Shire Traineeship Published on 21 October 2026 Why choose between earning a wage and gaining a qualification when you can do both? Tagged as: , Media Release
HMAS Cerberus to receive Freedom of Entry in Mornington Published on 20 October 2026 Residents are invited to witness a rare and historic occasion when Mornington Peninsula Shire grants Freedom of Entry to HMAS Cerberus at a ceremonial parade in Mornington on Saturday 31 October commencing at 9.30am. Tagged as: , Media Release
What should community safety and animal management services look like? Published on 20 October 2026 From walking the dog, visiting the beach or foreshore, using local parks and public spaces, to reporting litter, dumped rubbish or local law concerns - community safety and animal management services are part of everyday life on the Peninsula. Tagged as: , Media Release