We are still recycling.

Kerbside recycling collections are continuing as normal for all Mornington Peninsula Shire households. It’s more important than ever to recycle right and only place recyclables in your recycling bin, but not in plastic bags

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The Briars

About The Briars

The Briars, situated at Mount Martha on the Mornington Peninsula, is a beautiful property which is steeped in local history, flora and fauna on 230 hectares and offers a range of activities.

How to Get to The Briars

The Briars, a 230 hectare rural property in Mount Martha, is one of the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s foremost assets.

Walking trails at The Briars

There are a range of walks at The Briars, both within the Wildlife Sanctuary and around the property. Choose from wetlands, woodlands or a stroll around the gardens.

The Briars Historic Homestead & Gardens

The Briars Homestead is one of the Mornington Peninsula’s oldest properties first settled in 1840 by Captain James Reid, a retired army officer.

Briars Masterplan Feedback

Mornington Peninsula Shire invites our community to provide input into the development of a Master Plan for The Briars.

Events and Experiences at the Briars

Bring the family for some fun at the Briars. There are lots of activities on offer for all ages including school holiday programs, food and music events and games on the green. Bring along a picnic or bbq and enjoy.

Venues at The Briars

There are a range of venues at The Briars, including Jospehine's, Angus and Rose Cafe and a number of rooms / venues available for hire to suit a variety of function types, large and small.

Shire Nursery

The Shire Nursery grows an extensive range of indigenous plants from locally collected seed for retail sale to the public. The range includes groundcovers, grasses, wildflowers, shrubs and trees.

The Briars Astronomy Centre

The Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society promotes amateur astronomy at its Briars Astronomy Centre, conducting regular public lectures combined with observing using modern telescopes at the Peter Lowe Observatory.

Eco Living Display Centre

See first-hand how you can reduce your water, energy and waste to make your home more comfortable and save the environment by a visit to the Eco Living Display Centre, located at The Briars.

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