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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Council mow more than 8 million square metres of open space areas every year. This includes parks, reserves, sports fields and some roadsides.
Use our grass ownership map to see where Council is responsible for mowing. The areas will appear as you zoom in.
Grass ownership map
Use the search tool below or zoom in on an area to find information about the planned frequency of grass mowing. The map displays non-Shire managed land in grey.
Please note that the planned frequency of mowing will vary from time to time so please use this information as a guide. Heavy rain, flooding, total fire ban days and equipment repairs all impact our ability to mow certain areas in accordance with the planned frequency.
Report a Tree, Vegetation, or Grass Concern
For grassed areas that aren’t Shire managed, please contact the relevant authority. The Grass mowing map - Mornington Peninsula Shire provides information about the relevant management authority.