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Multicultural Communities

Language Assistance and Interpreter Services

Language Assistance and Interpreter Services information and resources.

Celebrating Cultural Diversity

Explore what's on for Culture Fest 2025. Together celebrating multiculturalism through community events and activities this Harmony Week.

Get involved

Learn about the Peninsula Ethnic Senior Council (PESC) and other opportunities to get involved.

Newly arrived Migrants, Refugees and Asylum Seekers

Access information about Mornington Peninsula Shire's commitment to refugees as a Refugee Welcome Zone. Learn about local Refugee Week events and find key information and support services for newly arrived Migrants, Refugees and Asylum Seekers.

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Contact Us

Mornington Peninsula Shire
Private Bag 1000
Rosebud, Victoria, 3939
Email: customerservice@mornpen.vic.gov.au
Phone: 1300 850 600

Service centre and connection point operating hours and days vary by location.

 

Service Centres

Rosebud Office
90 Besgrove Street, Rosebud

Mornington Office
2 Queen Street, Mornington

Hastings Office
21 Marine Parade, Hastings 

Connection Points

Somerville
1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville

Dromana
359B Point Nepean Road, Dromana

Red Hill
137 Shoreham Road, Red Hill

Sorrento
860–868 Melbourne Road, Sorrento 

Visit our Other Sites

  • MP Regional Gallery
  • Youth Services
  • Our Library
  • Mount Martha Public Golf Course
  • MP Business
  • Arts and Culture
  • Volunteering Mornington Peninsula

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Acknowledgement

Mornington Peninsula Shire acknowledges and pays respect to the Bunurong people, the Traditional Custodians of these lands and waters.

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