Environment

 

Water

Learn more about Mornington Peninsula waterways, water projects, stormwater, groundwater, wastewater / sewage, septic tanks and drainage.

Climate Change

The Mornington Peninsula Shire has been preparing for the potential impacts of climate change for over a decade.

Natural Environment & Biodiversity

Our natural environment is key to making the Peninsula a special place to live, work and visit. The Peninsula is home to an incredible range of special plants, animals and places.

The Briars

Situated at Mount Martha on the Mornington Peninsula, is a beautiful, park known as “The Briars”. Wander through the wildlife sanctuary, stop in at the Visitor Cenre, take a walking trail, enjoy picnic and bbq sites, an Astronomy Centre, an Eco-Living Display Centre, a farm and more!

Community Environmental Education

How do I make my home more sustainable and comfortable without spending a fortune? Where do I start to make the greatest impact on my family’s comfort and the environment?

Environmental Education for Schools

We offer lessons from preschool to Year 12 on a variety of sustainability topics.

Get Involved

Find out how you can get involved in environmental activities such as joining your local bushland Friends Group, Landcare Group or or community garden.

Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Biosphere Reserve

The Western Port Ramsar wetlands near Hastings is part of the United Nations (UNESCO) declared special biosphere reserve of the Western Port catchment.

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