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Rubbish & Recycling

Find your bin day, local tip (resource recovery centre) or hopper, waste disposal guide and more.

Report a Problem

Use our simple online reporting facility to create and track service requests for common issues.

Pay Online

Pay online for rates, planning applications, animal registration renewals, fines and more

Building and Planning

Find out more about our Building and Planning processes

Business Support

Delivering a range of services to assist every stage of business development.

Book a campsite

Book a campsite at the Shire's Rosebud, Rye & Sorrento foreshore camping.

Animals & Pets

Access information about living with pets and animals on the Mornington Peninsula.

Major Projects

View information on the Shire's major projects such as street works, shops and more.

Careers at Council

If you are passionate about working for a progressive and innovative council, apply within.

News

Think our roads are unsafe? Now’s your chance to make a difference!

Published on 18 March 2025

The Mornington Peninsula has seen far too many lives lost and injuries caused by road trauma. In the past 15 years, 105 people have been killed, and over 2,300 seriously injured.

Built by riders, for riders – Somers’ dirt jumps are here!

Published on 14 March 2025

The wait is over – Somers' brand-new dirt jump park at RW Stone Reserve is ready to roll!

Council invests millions more for local Shire roads

Published on 14 March 2025

With more than 1,360km of sealed local roads to manage, Mornington Peninsula Shire has significantly increased its annual investment in road renewal funding to $5.3M. This, combined with an additional $2M plus from the Federal Government’s Roads to Recovery program amounts to an ongoing yearly investment of $7.5M.
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Events

Hastings Community Art Space: Exhibition This Girl Can

18 March 2025

The new Hastings Community Art Space opens with This Girl Can photo exhibition at Hastings Library for International Women’s Day.

HERstory: Women of the Mornington Peninsula

18 March 2025

HERstory: Women of the Mornington Peninsula is a public art initiative created to honour and celebrate the vital contributions of women in shaping the cultural, social, and historical identity of the Mornington Peninsula.

Mornington Community Art Space: Photographer Glenn Walker

18 March 2025

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula through fine art photography of Glenn Walker.
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What’s happening in my area?

My Neighbourhood

Discover your local events, parks, facilities, projects, Councillors, bin dates and more.

Our Councillors

Mornington Peninsula Shire Council will have 11 Wards each with a single Councillor.

Have Your Say

Get involved! Have your say on a range of Shire plans, projects & activities.

Things to do on the Mornington Peninsula

Markets

A great way to discover the Peninsula's arts, crafts & local produce is at our celebrated markets.

Parks and Reserves

Explore our large and diverse range of parks and reserves for sports, bushwalking and picnics.

Playgrounds

There are 145 playgrounds around the peninsula with a variety of play experiences and equipment.

Our sites

Youth Services

Visit our three welcoming youth hubs and discover free programs for young people aged 10-25.

MP Business

Resources guidance and advice from industry experts, relevant local news articles and opportunities.

MPRG

One of Australia's leading regional galleries, renowned for its exhibition program.

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