New partnership targets wildlife road trauma on the Peninsula
Published on 01 June 2026
Mornington Peninsula Shire has partnered with Wildlife Victoria to reduce wildlife road trauma and make local roads safer for wildlife and drivers.
Wildlife-vehicle collisions on the Mornington Peninsula have risen by about 135 per cent over the past four years.
Among Victoria’s 79 council areas, the Mornington Peninsula ranks 16th worst for wildlife vehicle collisions.
Through the Wildlife Roadtoll Action Program, Council has committed to a three-year partnership with Wildlife Victoria and will use collision data and analysis of hotspots to guide action where it is needed most.
Acting Mayor Cr Paul Pingiaro said: “This partnership with Wildlife Victoria gives us stronger data to understand where wildlife collisions are happening and what’s causing them.
“Our wildlife is a valued part of life on the Mornington Peninsula, and we need to do more to protect animals while improving safety for everyone on our roads," Cr Pingiaro said.
“Council will work with local wildlife groups to develop practical actions, including initiatives to reduce wildlife road strike through the refreshed Mornington Peninsula Towards Zero Road Safety Strategy.
“We expect to have the draft road safety strategy on public exhibition for community comment later in 2026."
CEO of Wildlife Victoria, Lisa Palma said wildlife road strikes are not just a wildlife issue. These incidents are deeply distressing for motorists, create serious safety risks on Victorian roads, and place enormous pressure on wildlife charities, volunteers and veterinarians to respond.
“We commend the Mornington Peninsula Shire for taking this important first step in addressing the issue and look forward to working with them to improve road safety for all users." Ms Palma said.