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Building and Planning

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Current Topics

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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

Government appoints two Municipal Monitors for Council

Published on 23 December 2025

The Victorian Minister for Local Government, Nick Staikos, has advised that two Municipal Monitors will be appointed to Mornington Peninsula Shire Council from mid-January.

Construction completed in Rye

Published on 19 December 2025

Construction of the final items for Stage 1 of the Rye Township Plan are now complete.

This is what community looks like at Christmas

Published on 19 December 2025

When a grandmother walked into a local community support centre last year, she didn't think anyone could help her provide Christmas gifts for her 12 grandchildren. She walked out with a car full of toys and tears in her eyes.
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Events

Unfolding: First Nations Works on Paper

26 December 2025

Unfolding is a major exhibition of First Nations works on paper featuring prints, drawings and paintings on paper from the MPRG collection. First Nations artists have used paper as a material to demonstrate a particular kind of strength and permanence – one that holds, carries and expresses identity, body and self, language, connection to Country, history and community.

Peninsula harvest share - 1st Saturday of each month

03 January 2026

All are welcome to our fortnightly home harvest share at the Briars' Eco Living Display Centre. Bring your excess fruit, veggies, eggs and seeds and go home with a variety of homegrown goodies!

Briars Sanctuary Twilight Tour

08 January 2026

Discover a magical time in the sanctuary, as dusk sets, twilight begins, and many of our animals are starting to wake...
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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

Our Arts & Culture

The Shire is committed to nurturing and promoting arts and culture across the Peninsula.

Library

Providing access to information, ideas, and lifelong learning opportunities.

MPRG

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

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.

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