THE Martha Cove Community Garden has unveiled a brand-new greenhouse, marking an exciting milestone for the thriving group. The official opening on 7 November was attended by Gary Andersen from…
THE future of one of the peninsula’s longest running theatre companies is uncertain after the Mornington Peninsula Shire reportedly lost key documents and failed to provide a new venue. Panorama…
THE Mornington Peninsula Shire has approved a new long-term lease for the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society (MPAS). At the council meeting on 5 November, councillors voted unanimously for the new…
MT Eliza resident Christine Richards is concerned about planned overnight cleaning works in the village centre and says the timing will cause serious disruption for residents. Richards lodged an objection…
MT Martha Uniting Church is holding its third annual White Ribbon Day of Action on Saturday 29 November 2025. The day is intended to shine a light on the urgent…
A MULTI-million-dollar development opened at Sages Cottage Farm last week – creating jobs and changing the lives of many Melbournians living with disabilities. Sage’s Cottage, owned by Wallara Australia, opened their new…
SOUTHERN Peninsula Food for All is seeking support for its 2025 Christmas appeal. Now in its 34th year the volunteer run group is calling on residents to generously donate food…
By Barry Irving After visiting family in New Zealand, local woodworker Dennis Conner returned home inspired by a simple but meaningful idea — handcrafted wooden tulips sold to raise funds…
MORNINGTON cyclist Greg Dalton is proving that passion and pedal power can help change lives, as he throws his support behind the Great Cycle Challenge – a nationwide fundraiser helping…
MORNINGTON golfers are swinging into action this month to raise vital funds for seriously ill children as part of X-Golf’s nationwide Starlight Swing campaign. As of this week, X-Golf Mornington…
WOMENS DIV ONE A FANTASTIC half-century from Aimee Mellford helped Tooradin extend its unbeaten fun to four games on Sunday. Tooradin travelled to take on Crib Point. Tooradin was sent…
CHARLIE O’Connell hopes to celebrate Baxter’s 50th anniversary next year with promotion from State 4 South-East. The 27-year-old returned to Baxter Park last season after winning successive promotions with Bayside…
The Mornington Yacht Club sailing season is well underway with racing on Tuesday afternoons, Thursday Twilight, Saturday Championships and Aggregate races as well as Off The Beach racing on a…
If you love beautiful gardens, live music and talking about food, then be in Somers on Sunday 9 November. The Somers Open Garden Day has it all.Tour five magnificent private…
NESTLED among the rolling hills and towering gums, the Hill & Ridge Community Market is fast becoming a must-visit destination for locals and visitors alike. Held on the first Saturday…
SINGER Graham G Toole has hit the jackpot as Kenny Rogers. Graham has made a career out of singing the songs of the greats, performing tributes to Glen Campbell, John…
When Pt. Leo Estate first opened its doors eight years ago, it quickly became known for more than just its Estate grown wines. Within months of opening, its dining rooms…
By Raia Flinos AT 104 years old, Olga Viken is is the oldest member of the Mornington Police Senior Community Register. Known fondly by the Norwegian community in Melbourne as…
THERE’S not much Georgie Gibbs can’t do – she rides horses up to three times a week, sings in a choir, is a member of a French speaking group, and…
A BELOVED piece of Australian military history, the 82-year-old wooden vessel The Plover, which tragically sunk during a violent September storm while moored at Mornington, has been sold via an…
DOCTOR Geoff Wicks had 100 reasons to celebrate last week when he notched up his century. Born on 11 November 1924, Wicks has lived in Mornington for over 63 years.…
