Current topics

Some topics spark more conversation in our community than others. Current Topics is where you can find reliable information about those subjects – what’s happening, why it matters, and how you can have your say.

Waste Services Charge

There has been some confusion over the proposed changes in Council’s draft budget for the waste services charge.

Planning permit timeframe changes

The Victorian Government has introduced standard timeframes under the Planning and Environment Act 1987. These changes apply to most planning permits across the state – including some existing permits.

Municipal Monitors

Two Municipal Monitors will be appointed to Mornington Peninsula Shire Council from mid-January.

Jet Skis on the Peninsula

Many of our family beaches are now high-conflict zones for swimmers and jet ski riders.

Peninsula Link (M11) roadworks

Work to upgrade Peninsula Link is set to restart from 1 February 2026. During February there will be lane restrictions and closures southbound. From 10 March, northbound closures and restrictions are expected.

The Block

TV reality series The Block is coming to Mount Eliza and will begin filming in March.

McCrae landslide Board of Inquiry mediation

To outline the mediation process underway for the McCrae Landslide and how it supports collaboration on next steps.

Erosion Management Overlay

An Interim Erosion Management Overlay requested by the Victorian Planning Minister now forms part of the Mornington Peninsula Shire Planning Scheme.