A DELAY in starting a coastal strategy for the Mornington Peninsula led to Mornington Peninsula Shire Council receiving $200,000 from the state government. Despite the amount being less than half…
THE machine used to remove “waste” from Mornington Peninsula beaches may itself become a rare sight near the foreshores. Although not specifically mentioned in a motion adopted unanimously last month…
Mornington Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested three teenagers following multiple aggravated burglaries in Mornington between 8 and 9 June. It’s alleged an offender entered a property on Nunns Road,…
WORK has started on the final stage of reconstructing Rye pier, with contractors renewing and upgrading the outer structure. The $3.95 million project began in 2022 with the renewal of…
THREE people have been arrested after drugs and weapons were found at properties in Rye on Wednesday 31 May. Police from the Southern Metro Division 4 Divisional Response Unit, with…
A MORNINGTON Peninsula father who says his 13-year-old daughter was “physically and verbally” bullied at school is encouraging parents with concerns about schools to make a submission to the parliamentary…
UP to 12 people a week are getting a free hot lunch and dessert at the Holy Trinity Hastings Anglican Church hall. The meal, dubbed Trinity Tucker, is served between…
MORNINGTON police rolled up their sleeves to the Red Cross blood donation drive as part of the Emergency Services Blood Challenge, Tuesday 4 August. The police say they understand the…
MORNINGTON Peninsula lifesavers have been recognised in Life Saving Victoria’s 2021 excellence awards. LSV chief executive officer Catherine Greaves applauded their commitment to lifesaving. Life Saver of the Year Chris…
HORSE RACING CLAYTON Douglas has begun his training career in sensational fashion with his heavily backed debutant, Barocha, providing plenty of entertainment at Sale on Thursday 13 August. The Mornington-based…
SOCCER PROMOTION within two years and a personal honour thrown in. Adrian Pace dares to dream. The 27-year-old “veteran” of Aspendale Stingrays senior squad thinks both targets are realistic and…
HORSE RACING MORNINGTON-based racehorse trainer David Brideoake unveiled an exciting three-year-old filly on the Pakenham synthetic on Tuesday 4 August. Donning the Group One-winning purple and blue checked silks, Jenni’s…
CAITLIN Parker is still chuckling at the memory of her first fight. The Safety Beach boxer, who’s been chosen to represent Australia at the now-2021 Tokyo Olympics, was aged 13…
