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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Published on 20 October 2026
Due to forecast weather conditions, the Freedom of Entry ceremony scheduled for Saturday 31 October 2026 has been postponed. The safety of participants, spectators and event personnel remains our priority. Mornington Peninsula Shire is working closely with HMAS Cerberus and Victoria Police to confirm a new date. The event is expected to be rescheduled for early 2027, and an update will be provided as soon as details are confirmed. Residents are thanked for their understanding. We look forward to celebrating this significant civic occasion with the community at a later date. For more information, visit HMAS Cerberus Freedom of Entry