The RSPCA executed a warrant and seized evidence from a Moorooduc Highway property in Mt Eliza on 18 September. The raid comes after months of community concerns and protests over the condition and treatment of animals on the property. A statement from RSPCA Victoria said, “new evidence and information lodged directly to RSPCA Victoria’s Inspectorate, from eyewitnesses, enabled us to take this swift action”. “We would like to assure the community we are doing everything in our power under the legislation to investigate this matter.” Carly Wines, who has organised continuous protests on the property since April, said she would…
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DEVILBEND Golf Club is set to undergo a major pro-shop and clubhouse redevelopment after the Mornington Peninsula Shire backed the project by agreeing to act as a loan guarantor. The $1.1m project would see the clubhouse facilities upgraded to provide additional and upgraded services for its members. Councillors voted unanimously at their 2 September meeting for the shire to act as a loan guarantor as part of the club’s bid to secure a $450,000 loan from Bendigo Bank, which would be repaid over ten years. The club, based in Moorooduc, has received in-principle approval of the loan from the bank,…
A kangaroo joey has been saved after its mother was cruelly shot and left for dead in Moorooduc, leaving wildlife rescuers devastated and heartbroken. A resident raised the alarm after spotting the female kangaroo behaving unusually on their property in early July. A volunteer from animal welfare group Vets for Compassion was called to the property where the kangaroo was safely and compassionately sedated under veterinary supervision. “What we discovered was heartbreaking. She had been shot in the face, leaving her nose and jaw shattered. She was severely underweight, and her infected wounds had turned necrotic,” Vets for Compassion posted…
A man has died following a crash in Moorooduc this morning. It is understood a car crashed into a tree on Derril Road about 5.15am. The male driver, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene. Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances of the crash. Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam footage or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au. https://www.police.vic.gov.au/fatal-crash-moorooduc
A devastating fire has destroyed a popular wellness and day spa business in Moorooduc after going up in flames on the evening of Tuesday, 17 June. Emergency services were called to the fire just before 9.15pm where the blaze had engulfed Endota Spa at the corner of Moorooduc Hwy and Eramosa Rd West. Nine CFA brigades attended the scene alongside Fire Rescue Victoria, Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria. “Upon arrival, crews found an active fire in the roof of the building and immediately began suppression efforts,” a CFA spokesperson said. Firefighters brought the fire under control just before 11pm with…
MORE money from other levels of government is needed to improve safety on the road near the Little Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre in Moorooduc, according to the shire’s mayor. The childcare centre sits on the corner of Moorooduc Highway and Eramosa Road. Last week Mornington MP Chris Crewther called for a zebra crossing to be installed to improve safety for children crossing the road (Action needed on childcare road, The News 13/5/2025). The Department of Transport asked that questions about the road be directed to the Mornington Peninsula Shire. Last week Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor Cr Anthony Marsh said, “speed…
URGENT action is needed on the road outside Little Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre in Moorooduc after a near miss, Mornington MP Chris Crewther says. Last year centre staff publicly called for changes to the speed limit on the road outside the childcare centre. The building sits on the corner of Eramosa Road and Moorooduc Highway – the speed limit on Eramosa Road just outside the centre’s entrance is 80kph. Last week, Mornington MP Chris Crewther wrote to the roads minister and the Mornington Peninsula Shire asking for action. He suggested a zebra crossing outside the centre could help prevent future…
THE speed limit near a Moorooduc child care center is putting children at serious risk, the centre’s staff says.The Little Grasshoppers Coolstores Early Learning Centre sits on the corner of Eramosa Road and Moorooduc Highway. The speed limit on Eramosa Road just outside the centre’s entrance is 80kmph – centre manager Sandi O’Shaughnessy says that the existing speed limit is dangerous for children, parents, and staff. “We have been requesting the council to help us in slowing traffic on Eramosa Road across from the Coolstores complex,” O’Shaughnessy said. “We run a bush kindergarten program and cross this road at least…
TRAINS and dancers were on time at the station when Mornington Tourist Railway held its annual rock and roll day at Moorooduc. Above the tracks dancers from Team Richards Dance Studio made their moves to the sounds of the Rockin Daddys Band while the car park featured antique cars, including those from the Ford V8 Club.“Rock and Roll Day has become an annual event at the railway,” tourist railway committee member Owen Paden said. “We work in conjunction with Grant and Maryanne Richards from Team Richards Dance Studio and they bring dozens of dancers to our platform to perform. Some…
TEN landowners in a section of Bungower Rd, Moorooduc, will share their rural idyll with more than 65 dogs if the shire council approves an application from a veterinarian. The vet is asking the council to approve plans for “Bark Avenue” boarding kennels at 281 Bungower Rd near Coolart Rd. Stage one will have 20 “luxury” kennels and runs for large dogs and eight for small dogs. Stage two will have six kennels and runs for large dogs and 32 for medium dogs. There also will be 14 exercise yards. Other elements of the complex include a cattery, geriatric dog…