Community Federal Election Forum a great success
Published on 21 March 2025
Thousands of people attended or tuned into last night’s Community Federal Election Forum at Rosebud Country Club to hear our local candidates outline their vision for the Mornington Peninsula.
The audience heard from each of the candidates for the federal seat of Flinders. Topics ranged from housing affordability, healthcare and infrastructure funding to climate change, crime and the cost of living.
The forum was organised by Council as part of our federal election campaign. Its aim was to provide an open, respectful and balanced platform for candidates to present their priorities for the Mornington Peninsula, address key community concerns, and respond to questions, moderated by Mayor Anthony Marsh.
All five of the candidates who have nominated for the seat of Flinders attended the event:
- Mike Brown - One Nation
- Adam Frogley - Greens
- Zoe McKenzie MP - Liberal
- Sarah Race - Labor
- Ben Smith - Independent
The forum was live-streamed across Facebook and YouTube. For those who missed it, a recording is available for viewing at: mornpen.vic.gov.au/shoutout
Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Anthony Marsh:
“This forum was an important opportunity to provide our community with the information they need to make an informed decision about who will best represent us at the federal level. We are committed to ensuring our residents are engaged, well-informed, and empowered throughout this democratic process.”
“I want to sincerely thank our candidates for taking part, sharing their policies and priorities, and engaging with the community. Your participation has given voters valuable insights as they prepare to make an important choice in this election.”
“A big thank you also to our audience, both in person and online, for your thoughtful engagement. The strength of our democracy lies in our ability to come together, hear different perspectives, and make informed decisions about our future.”
“Choosing who will represent our community at the federal level is a significant responsibility. I encourage everyone to take the time to engage with the election process and consider the commitments made by each candidate.”
“Through initiatives like the Community Federal Election Forum, our Pledge Tracker, and ongoing advocacy efforts, we are ensuring that voters have access to the information they need - and that candidates are held accountable for their commitments.”
“I wish all federal election candidates the best of luck with their campaigns. I look forward to working with our newly elected representative and continuing to advocate for the funding and policies that our community needs.”