H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) has been detected in Victoria. If you see sick or dead birds on the Peninsula, avoid contact and record what you see. Report it online or via the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
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Map of the area ((PDF, 810KB)detailed design plans(PDF, 12MB))
The Mornington Area Wide Black Spot Project has been funded for construction by the Federal Black Spot Program. The project was awarded $847,200 for road safety improvements on council-managed roads between Dunns Road, Nepean Highway, Mornington-Tyabb Road, and Bentons Road.
The road safety improvements funded for construction include an area-wide 40km/h speed limit reduction, the installation of raised safety platforms, raised crossings and traffic islands.
The Mornington Area Traffic Black Spot Project aims to improve safety and reduce the potential for crash occurrence and severity on the local road network through a combination of traffic calming treatments and a proposed 40km/h and 50km/h limits.
The project is currently in the construction phase.
Refer to this frequently asked questions document(PDF, 632KB) to find out more.
Updated: June 2026