Curious how artists see the places we pass every day? Published on 25 September 2026 Do You See What I See? showcases the work of Coastal Sketchers, a grassroots collective of local artists who capture the unique landscapes and stories of the Mornington Peninsula through observational sketching. Tagged as: , Peninsula Tale
Shire shouts out for permanent Portsea front beach solution Published on 24 September 2026 Shire Mayor Stephen Batty has attended a community gathering at Portsea Front Beach to hear local concerns about the future of the beach and the ongoing coastal management process. Tagged as: , Media Release
The Peninsula wants answers: Shout Out election forums announced Published on 23 September 2026 With only weeks remaining until the Victorian State Election on 28 November, Mornington Peninsula residents will have the opportunity to put questions directly to local candidates at a series of free public election forums this October. Tagged as: , Media Release
Council to reconsider aged care after Federal Gov funding extension Published on 23 September 2026 Council will next week reconsider whether to continue delivering aged care services beyond July 2027, after the Federal Government changed its position to extend the Commonwealth Home Support Program to 2029. Tagged as: , Media Release
Our Stories brings Peninsula history to life Published on 22 September 2026 Our Stories: Living the 60s & 70s, a weekend heritage event, invites visitors to explore the stories, memories and experiences that shaped communities across the Mornington Peninsula on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October at Mount Martha House and participating local historical societies. Tagged as: , Media Release
Koopalanda Playground consultation now open Published on 21 September 2026 You’re invited to help us shape the renewal of Koopalanda Playground, with consultation now open on a draft concept design for the much-loved neighbourhood playspace. Tagged as: , Media Release
Major turf remediation planned for sporting fields Published on 18 September 2026 The Shire is repairing significant turf damage at six of its sports ovals. Ovals at R J Rowley Reserve in Rye, Olympic Park Reserve in Rosebud, David MacFarlane Reserve in Sorrento and Emil Madsen in Mount Eliza were damaged after a contractor accidently applied the incorrect herbicide to the turf earlier this year. Tagged as: , Media Release
A remarkably Eazy story to tell Published on 18 September 2026 When Eazy arrived at the shelter in August 2025, very little was known about his history. Tagged as: , Peninsula Tale
Peninsula writers celebrated at Mayor's Short Story Writing Awards Published on 17 September 2026 Mornington Peninsula's emerging and established writers have been recognised at the sixth annual Mayor's Short Story Writing Awards, with a record-breaking 305 entries showcasing the depth of local literary talent. Tagged as: , Media Release