Community Report April to June 2026
Contents Mayor’s Message
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Our Councillors
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Our Wards
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Our Engagement
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Council Plan Update
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Place
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People
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Prosperity
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Performance
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Capital Works Projects
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Mayor’s Message Welcome to our Community Report
our Biodiversity Conservation Plan
environmental groups in protecting
for April to June 2026. This quarter
delivered a range of conservation,
and enhancing our local
saw continued investment in the
habitat protection and community
environment. The Briars' Ngawak
projects, programs and services
engagement initiatives across the
Biik Junior Ranger Program was
that help make the Mornington
Peninsula.
also recognised through
Peninsula a great place to live, work and visit. From improving local roads and community spaces to protecting our natural environment and supporting community organisations, Council works hard to deliver practical outcomes
Our commitment to safeguarding the Peninsula’s unique green hinterland for future generations also remained a focus. In May, Council resolved to establish the Green Wedge Councils Planning
the LGPro Awards for Excellence in First Nations Community Partnerships, celebrating its role in connecting young people with Country, culture and environmental stewardship.
Alliance, bringing councils together
Significant progress was also made
to advocate for stronger planning
on community infrastructure
Maintaining and improving
protections and the
projects. At The Briars, the
local roads remains a priority for
implementation of actions that
expanded wildlife sanctuary
our community. During the quarter,
support Melbourne's green wedge
continues to take shape, with the
Council resurfaced or rehabilitated
areas and agricultural land.
new three-kilometre accessible
across the Peninsula.
more than 65,500 square metres of road, with works completed on key routes. We also fast-tracked maintenance works on Derril Road in Tuerong to support increased traffic volumes associated with Peninsula Link detours. This work has been complemented by targeted road safety improvements across Rye, Rosebud, Dromana and Mount Eliza, helping create safer journeys
This quarter also highlighted the strength and diversity of our community. We celebrated the 20year milestone of the Peninsula Advisory Committee for Elders (PACE), recognising two decades of advocacy and advice that has
planted as part of our Urban Forest Strategy, while the completion of
improving accessibility and enhancing one of the Peninsula's valued public spaces.
community groups,
for older residents across the
partner organisations, and
Mornington Peninsula.
residents who contribute to the
recognition for the Peninsula.
quarter. More than 2,200 trees were
upgrade and landscaping works,
Thank you to the many volunteers,
roads.
remained a key focus during the
Northern Foreshore pathway
initiatives and improve outcomes
The quarter also brought important
unique natural environment
Hastings, we completed the
helped shape our positive ageing
for everyone who uses our local
Protecting and enhancing our
trail network nearing completion. In
vibrancy and resilience of our Peninsula. By working together, we continue to build a healthy,
Mornington Peninsula received three honours at the 2026 Keep Australia Beautiful Tidy Towns
connected and thriving community for everyone.
Awards, reflecting the collective
Councillor Stephen Batty,
efforts of Council, our
Mayor, Mornington Peninsula
community, volunteers and
Shire Council
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Our Councillors
Cr. Stephen Batty Mayor
Cr. Paul Pingiaro Deputy Mayor
Kackeraboite Ward
Tanti Ward
Cr. Patrick Binyon Brokil Ward
Cr. David Gill Coolart Ward
Cr. Cam Williams
Cr. Michael Stephens
Tootgarook Ward
Warringine Ward
Cr. Kate Roper Beek Beek Ward
Cr. Max Patton Benbenjie Ward
Cr. Bruce Ranken Moorooduc Ward
Cr. Andrea Allen Nepean Ward
For more information visit: mornpen.vic.gov.au/ourcouncillors
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Our Wards
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Our Engagement Fast Facts – How You Engaged With Us 35,721 Calls taken
2,849 customers attended one of our
49% resolved at first contact
service centres
1,649 correspondence received
26,533 service requests received
81% responded to within
(includes Snap Send Solve requests)
10 business days
76% of enquiries resolved on time
3,392 webchats
1,276,949M web page views
Major Engagements – Have Your Say There were 11 community engagement projects open for Q4: •
Draft Tree Management Policy
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Climate Resilience Reference Group (CRRG) Delivering What Matters Most: our 2026-27 draft Budget
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Community Capital Infrastructure Policy Review Hastings Parking Precinct Plan
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Property Framework – Draft Property Strategy, Sale and Acquisition Mornington Peninsula Planning Scheme Review 2026
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Library Lockers Consultation Play Space and Outdoor Exercise Equipment Strategy
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Library Service Review Integrated Transport Strategy- Objectives and Priorities
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Council Plan Update Community Report April to June 2026
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Place
Strategic Direction 1
Celebrate, protect and enhance our unique blend of coast, hinterland, Green Wedge and connected villages and townships.
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Community Focus Place Improving safety of local roads This quarter, we commenced improvements to the safety of local roads in Rye, Rosebud, Dromana and Mount Eliza. Funded by the Victorian Government through the Safe Local Roads and Streets Program, these works were identified and prioritised based on crash history and risk of future crashes. Works include: •
honours at the 2026 Keep Australia Beautiful Tidy Towns Awards – cementing our commitment to environmental leadership, community action and sustainability. The Mornington Peninsula was one of seven communities from across the country shortlisted for the national Tidy Town of the Year title after
Dromana at the Hodgkinson and Ligar
being named Victoria’s Tidy Town for 2025.
Raised intersection and safety platforms on Watson Road, Dromana.
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Mornington Peninsula has won three major
Compact roundabouts on Heales Street, intersections.
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Mornington Peninsula shines at national Tidy Towns Awards
For more information, click on mornpen.vic.gov.au/tidytowns
A compact roundabout at Keogh Street and Potton Avenue, Rosebud.
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Raised safety platforms, improved lighting and line marking in the Woodlands, Mount Eliza.
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Replacing the slow point at the intersection of Marcia Avenue and Tasman Drive in Rye with a raised safety platform, pedestrian crossing and footpath.
For more information, click on mornpen.vic.gov.au/improvingroads
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Strategic Objective 1.1 Protected, resilient and enhanced natural environments.
Performance Measures 127 bushland working bees supported this quarter. 480 supported for the year. (Annual target – 500) 2,200 trees planted this quarter. For 2025-26, we have planted a total of
Annual Actions 1.1.1.1 Deliver the Biodiversity Conservation Plan.
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Completed for 2025-26
We have completed our actions for the Biodiversity Conservation Plan for 2025-2026. A mixture of hands-on conservation projects, ecological management efforts and community engagement activities was delivered across the Mornington Peninsula in the last quarter. Key activities include: •
Delivery of priority autumn and winter works as part of the annual Biodiversity Works Program, targeting
5,060 trees, which exceeds our target.
high-threat environmental weeds across
(Annual target – 2,000)
approximately 80 priority bushland and foreshore reserves.
1,009 km of beaches cleaned
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Program, with inspections undertaken across
(Quarterly target – 1,000km) 3,419 drainage pits inspected with 464 cleaned
Progressing the Fuel Hazard Reduction Works designated fire management zones and fuel reduction works implemented at priority locations.
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Completing the Natural Systems Pest Animal Control Program at several high-value
(Quarterly target – 5,000 inspections)
conservation sites, including Tootgarook Wetland, Yaringa Foreshore, Bittern Coastal Reserve,
54.85% of kerbside waste diverted
Sunshine Bushland, Balcombe Estuary Reserves and
from landfill
Warringine. Targeted fox and rabbit control works were undertaken to reduce threats to native wildlife
54.7% diverted last quarter
and protect significant threatened species,
(Target – increase)
including the Swamp Skink, Glossy Grass Skink and Australasian Bittern. •
Undertaking maintenance of protective cages across bushland and foreshore reserves in preparation for the upcoming orchid season.
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Completing the latest round of koala monitoring in partnership with Deakin University to improve understanding of local koala populations, habitat utilisation and conservation priorities.
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Completing the Nature Stewards program, which culminated in the graduation of this year's participants.
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Working with the Landcare Facilitator to promote local environmental volunteering opportunities and strengthen connections with the Mornington Peninsula Landcare Network.
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1.1.1.2 Deliver the Biolinks Support Grants Program.
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This year’s Biolink Support Grant round funded 17
projects, delivering a total investment of $100,000 into on-ground environmental works across the Mornington Peninsula. Collectively, these projects will deliver the following outcomes: •
13 hectares of revegetation, including the planting of approximately 5,700 tube stock
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15 hectares of environmental weed control
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480 metres of creek-line restoration
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12 hectares of remnant vegetation protection and enhancement.
These works will play a vital role in strengthening habitat connectivity, improving waterway health, and protecting remnant native vegetation across the region. All project applicants have now been notified of their funding outcomes. grant manager training during this period, building capacity ahead of the next program round. Planning for the next financial year was also completed.
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The first year of the tree planting program is now complete. Planning is underway for the 2026–27 planting season, and a grant application has been submitted to seek additional funding. The outcome of the grant application is expected in August. 1.1.2.1 Develop Stages 5-7 (Part B) Off Track of 'Our Coast Our Future' Coastal Strategy.
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The Our Coast, Our Future – Coastal Strategy continues to progress through Stage 5. Work is underway to develop township-specific and shire-wide adaptation actions informed by the adaptation pathways framework. An economic analysis is also being undertaken to support the development and
1.1.3.1 Develop the Open Space Strategy.
Off Track
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The draft Open Space Strategy and the draft Open Space Contributions Report are currently on hold. Council officers will schedule a Councillor workshop for mid to late 2026 to discuss these documents and seek a decision to adopt both the draft Open Space Strategy and the draft Open Space Contributions Report. 1.1.4.1 Advocate to State Government regarding reforms to Green Wedge Planning Policy.
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On 12 May 2026, Council resolved to invite all green wedge councils in Melbourne to join a “Green Wedge Councils Planning Alliance.” This alliance will focus on joint advocacy and information sharing, with Green Wedge Councils invited to co-sign a joint letter to the
The Shire’s Natural Systems Team also participated in
1.1.1.3 Plan and deliver the first year of Completed the Urban Forest Tree Planting program.
Strategy is planned for later this year, with adoption now scheduled for 2026-27.
Minister for Planning. The letter will call for the prompt implementation of the actions outlined in the State Government’s Planning for Melbourne’s Green Wedges and Agricultural Land Action Plan 2024, in consultation with all 17 green wedge councils. Council also resolved to publish a progress report on the delivery of actions under its Green Wedge Management Plan (2019) on the Shire website. 1.1.5.1 Develop an updated Landslide Susceptibility Assessment.
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Completed for 2025-26
Tender applications for an updated Shire wide landslide susceptibility mapping and permanent EMO planning controls closed on 29 April 2026 (Stage 2). The Shire is currently evaluating the tender submissions with the tender anticipated to be award by and project commencement by mid-July (on track with project schedule). Updates to the Interim EMO introduced last quarter will be completed by mid-July (Stage 2).
prioritisation of adaptation pathways and actions across individual townships and broader municipal outcomes. Based on an updated timeframe agreed with Council, Community consultation on the draft
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1.1.5.2 Plan and deliver renewable Completed for energy and asset efficiency projects 2025-26 on Shire facilities. The Yawa Energy Performance Optimisation Project is
completed with all hardware defect rectifications finished and initial software updates installed. This will enable proper function of the Building Management System and improve energy efficiency. The final operational improvements are expected to be finalised by August. These include the implementation of demand-based control strategies for occupied spaces and adjustments/re-commissioning of the key plant. Other work includes: •
Adaptive Streetlighting Trial. The street lighting dimming and trimming design has been completed for trial. United Energy will integrate this design into lighting operations, with outcomes assessed to inform the financial and environmental value, and ease of implementation across the municipal streetlight network.
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24kW of battery storage has been installed at Rosebud Memorial Hall to increase renewable Solar engineering certification. We received certification for four Shire buildings to facilitate additional planned solar installs.
than 40,000 additional Food and Garden Organics bins in 2026-27. This timing aligns with the draft kerbside reform timeframe set out by the State Government. A procurement process for the bin purchase as well as for the delivery is underway, with an education campaign being prepared. In March 2026, Council advised the State Government that we aren’t able to implement a dedicated glass bin service by the draft June 30 2027 deadline due to the State’s waste service standards not being finalised. Further to this, Council is advocating for the removal of the fourth kerbside bin mandate due to the additional costs. In June 2026, Council decided to postpone the bin lid colour standardisation project, which is the final
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Rye landfill has acquired extra space thanks to an updated contour plan. Cell 2 of the landfill will continue
We also received the final Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates for the Municipal Streetlight Upgrade Program. Completed
Work has continued to prepare for the rollout of more
1.1.7.2 Finalise the Rye landfill closure subject to the Environment Protection Authority's approvals and post-closure requirements.
energy utilisation.
1.1.6.1 Utilise flood mapping to mitigate and adapt to flood risk.
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Completed for 2025-26
component of the State Government’s kerbside reform. This decision was based on rising waste service costs and cost of living pressures.
Gas heating at Hastings Hall. The hall has been upgraded to high efficiency electric heat pumps.
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1.1.7.1 Prepare for the rollout of the State’s Recycling Victoria's mandated four-bin household waste and recycling system.
accepting waste until November 2026, which will save the Council money by reducing waste disposal costs.
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Melbourne Water has finished flood mapping for all water catchments in the Shire. Currently, they are still identifying the locations most at risk of flooding using
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) approved amendments to the Rye landfill contour plan, which allow for a best practice landfill cap. The final design of the new cap is complete, with the project construction currently out for tender. The design is progressing through regulatory approvals.
the updated flood modelling. This process took longer than expected due to delays in completing the flood mapping. They plan to conduct community consultations in late 2026 before commencing a planning scheme amendment.
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Strategic Objective 1.2 Connected townships with integrated and accessible transport and wellmaintained infrastructure. Performance Measures
Annual Actions
124 days, on average, for planning applications (Target - <90 days) 23% of planning applications decided within target timeframes 65,515 of roads resurfaced and/or
1.2.1.1 Finalise the residential height planning controls review.
Off Track
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A Landscape Character Assessment has been completed for all residential land zoned on the Peninsula. The next steps are to undertake 3Dmodelling and testing of different building height scenarios in different landscape settings, based on the assessment’s findings. This will inform recommended
rehabilitated in the quarter.
changes to planning controls affecting building height. Once we finish this work, we will share the Landscape
488,567m2 year to date
Character Assessment, the models and our draft recommendations for community feedback. Due to
(Annual target – 200,000m ) 2
project delays, community consultation is now expected in early 2027. 1.2.1.2 Deliver planning scheme amendments across Mornington Peninsula in support of population growth and maintaining neighbourhood character.
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Council resolved to adopt Amendment C247morn for the Woodbyne Residential Precinct in Mornington on 14 April 2026. However, this adoption is contingent upon all landowners signing agreements regarding infrastructure contributions and entering into a contract of sale for part of the Watt Road reserve, which will be replaced by a new public park. The amendment proposes to establish a new residential estate for about 200 dwellings with associated community infrastructure, including public open space, traffic and transport upgrades, and a new drainage basin. The amendment was supported by an independent Planning Panel's report delivered to Council in November 2025. Amendments sitting with the Minister for Planning: •
Council adopted Amendment C295morn (Creswell Street Crib Point Development Contributions Plan Review) on 16 December 2025. The amendment was submitted to the Minister for approval on 24 April 2026.
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Roads, Dromana) seeks to create a new residential
1.2.2.2 Review the Public Amenity Strategy.
estate for about 250 dwellings and associated
The newly revised draft Public Amenity Strategy has
public infrastructure, including a large conservation
been forwarded to management and the Project Control Group for review.
Amendment C249morn (Boundary and Collins
reserve to protect existing high-value native
Off Track
vegetation and habitat for the endangered Swamp Skink. The proposed subdivision received
1.2.2.3 Develop the Property Strategy
environmental approval from the Federal
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Government on 15 April 2026 under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999
The draft Property Strategy is currently out for
(due to impacts on Swamp Skink habitat). However,
community engagement. Pending community feedback, the Strategy will be presented to Council in September 2026 for endorsement.
the proposed rezoning and subdivision will still need planning approval under the Victorian Planning and Environment Act 1987 before it can proceed. •
Amendment C219morn (Housing on the Peninsula) was adopted by Council in August 2024 and submitted to the Minister for approval in September 2024. The Shire continues to liaise with the State Government regarding approval of the amendment, noting that significant recent planning reforms (namely the new Single Dwelling Code and Townhouse and Low-Rise Code) will likely impact the amendment.
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Amendment C302morn, which pertains to Heritage Review Area 4 and Stage 5, includes the permanent Heritage Overlays and the Sorrento Incorporated Document Review is still with the Minister for a decision on whether to authorise the amendment for public exhibition.
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1.2.2.1 Deliver the Community Completed for Facilities Infrastructure Strategy 2025-26 through development of Community Infrastructure Action Plans.
The local area Community Infrastructure Action Plans for Western Port are complete, with assessments of all 96 facilities conducted. Engagement with community groups on the recommendations has begun and the Action Plans are set to be presented to Council later in 2026.
1.2.2.4 Develop the Long Term Capital Works Plan.
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Our Long Term Capital Works Program was developed and endorsed on June 30, 2026. The Program will undergo an annual review. We started planning for and incorporating a 4-year and 10-year financial planning outlook for capital budget submissions in November 2025. Following this, we undertook priority Councillor sessions to outline the process and inputs as part of the Long Term Capital Works Program and facilitated program sessions. This was followed up with two Councillor Workshops, upon which a 4-year detailed view was established, along with a 10-year long-term capital works program.
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1.2.3.1 Develop the Integrated Completed Transport Strategy. The draft Integrated Transport Strategy is currently out for community consultation. Council approved the draft Strategy to be displayed for public exhibition at the 9 June 2026 meeting. Recommendations from a series of workshops with internal stakeholders helped shape the draft Strategy. 1.2.3.2 Review the Towards Zero Road Safety Strategy.
Off Track
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Work on the draft strategy is continuing with the first stage of the refresh (crash data analysis) almost complete. The next stage will look at developing actions focused on improving road safety before the updated strategy is presented for community consultation.
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1.2.4.1 Deliver the annual Road Rehabilitation and Resurfacing Programs.
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1.2.5.1 Deliver the Peninsula Trail Masterplan.
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The annual Road Resurfacing and Rehabilitation
Work on the Peninsula Trail project is progressing well,
Program was completed in the previous quarter. Completed works include:
with the Peninsula Trail Priority Sites Design Package awarded. The design for Anthony’s Nose, Whitecliffs,
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Wooralla Drive, Mount Eliza
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Canadian Bay Road, Mount Eliza
Cameron’s Bight (Hughes Rd) and Red Hill to Arthurs Seat is underway. Surveying and engagement with key community groups has begun.
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Old White Hill Road, Dromana
An expression of interest for the Peninsula Trails
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Point Leo Road, Point Leo
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Verdon Street, Dromana
Community Reference Group was completed, generating significant interest from the community. The
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Heales Street, Dromana
successful applicants have been selected, with the first session scheduled for August.
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Coryule Street, Shoreham.
Planning for the Mornington to Moorooduc section is
Otta Seal trials were conducted at Tuerong Road and Hopetoun Avenue, providing an opportunity to evaluate alternative treatment methods for unsealed roads in our local conditions. We also fast-tracked patching and sealing work on a
complete with the concept design and biodiversity assessment findings presented to the project control group for approval. The section has now entered detailed design and was handed over to the project delivery team.
section of Derril Road in Tuerong in response to increased traffic volumes associated with the Peninsula Link detour. 1.2.4.2 Review the Road Management Plan.
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Our Road Management Plan (RMP) was adopted on 14 October 2025. As part of the delivery of the RMP, we filled in 4,719 potholes this quarter from 347 requests received.
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People
Strategic Direction 2
A safe, accessible, inclusive and engaged community that fosters our diverse culture, supporting health and wellbeing and a connected and compassionate society for all.
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Community Focus People PACE marks 20 years of advocating for older residents
Glowing red with gratitude for our volunteers
The Peninsula Advisory Committee for Elders
Volunteers are the heart of our community,
(PACE) is celebrating a significant milestone in
helping make the Mornington Peninsula a better
2026 — 20 years of advising the Mornington
place to live, work and connect. During National
Peninsula Shire Council on the issues that matter
Volunteer Week, from 18 - 24 May 2026, we
most to older residents.
thanked the people who gave their time, skills and
Established in 2006, PACE was one of the first
care to support others across our community.
committees of its kind in Victoria. Made up of local
To mark the week, we lit up McCrae Lighthouse in
residents aged 55 and over, the committee
red as a simple but powerful way to recognise the
advises Council on everything from housing and
many volunteers who make a difference on the
transport to social inclusion and aged care —
Peninsula.
playing a direct role in shaping the Shire's
For more information, click on
approach to positive ageing.
mornpen.vic.gov.au/thankingvolunteers
For more information, click on mornpen.vic.gov.au/pace20years
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Strategic Objective 2.1 A safe, accessible, inclusive and healthy community.
Performance Measures 68 preventative health and wellbeing initiatives delivered 4 Equity impact assessments undertaken on Shire projects and/or services (Quarterly target – 4) 915 youth participating in Shire provided programs
Annual Actions 2.1.1.1 Deliver the Public Health and Wellbeing Plan.
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We continued delivering the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan through a broad range of initiatives across the Mornington Peninsula. Key achievements included the delivery of the Youth Mental Health Forum
in partnership with Peninsula Voice, which was attended by 240 community members, continued suicide prevention initiatives through the Blue Tree Project Launch in Sorrento, and planning for the 2026 Suicide Prevention Day Walk in partnership with Chasing Change. Council also hosted its first Multicultural Collaborative Network, supported National Reconciliation Week, Refugee Week and IDAHOBIT
received.
activities, and continued work with First Nations stakeholders to strengthen engagement approaches. Other notable achievements include:
4,193 compliance investigations
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3,944 new compliance investigations
closed.
Launching the Books, Blokes and Bubs Storytime program. In conjunction with the Youngerster.co intergenerational digital support program, the Programs engaged more than 190 community members and delivered 95 hours of intergenerational participation.
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Planning for Grow Free Carts and Fruit Rescue programs in partnership with Community Plate, as well as progressing the School Food Forest Project.
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Completing the installation of smoke free signage across all 134 Shire Playgrounds.
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Ongoing housing and homelessness advocacy. This included support for the Functional Zero initiative, which is coordinating responses from 168 people experiencing rough sleeping across the Peninsula.
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Planning for the 2026 Seniors Festival, which will feature more than 100 events across the Peninsula.
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2.1.2.1 Deliver the We All Belong Strategy.
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The Shire continued to deliver inclusive programs,
infrastructure, and policy initiatives to support accessibility, equity and community participation across the Mornington Peninsula. Key highlights include: •
Delivering Harmony Week activities that supported cultural understanding, inclusive communication, and strengthened partnerships across the Delivering the Peninsula’s first local Midsumma Collaborative and Flinders Fringe, attracting over 300 attendees. Progressing accessible recreation initiatives, including beach access matting at five locations, All Abilities Golf at Mount Martha Public Golf Course, and planning for additional Hansa C Crane hoists at Mornington and Safety Beach.
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The Shire met its responsibilities under the Gender Equality Act by submitting a Progress Report, developing a new Gender Equality Action Plan (GEAP), and reporting on Gender/Equity Impact Assessments
Dromana Shared Path Project, Play Space and Outdoor Exercise Equipment Strategy, Gambling Policy, AAA
Festival event in partnership with the LGBTIQA+
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Exhibition and Forum that highlighted issues about women and homelessness on the Mornington Peninsula.
by May 1, 2026. We conducted Equity Impact Assessments on the Arts, Culture and Events Plan,
Peninsula. •
Author Talks at our Libraries, an Expo at Mt Martha House, a Rye Art Installation, and a Walk In Her Shoes Art
Finalising improvements to the self-booking system for the Hansa C Crane hoist at Hastings Floating
Housing Plan, and the Youth Service Model. We achieved or progressed thirty-three actions in the Gender Equality Year 6 Action Plan. 2.1.3.1 Implement the Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.
Highlights delivered in support of the Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan include: •
Excellence in the First Nations Community
Progressing the update of the Inclusive Events
Partnership category. It also received a High
Guide to support inclusive practice across
Commendation in the Young Legends Award
community events. • Partnering with regional
category within the 2026 Keep Australia Beautiful
agencies to update the Keeping Active Directory to
Tidy Town Awards for recognising youth leadership
promote accessible and low-cost physical activity
in environmental action. The Indigenous-led
opportunities. •
The Briars’ Ngawak Biik Junior Ranger Program. The Program was a winner of the LGPro Awards for
Pontoon to support independent access. •
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program, meaning ‘understand Country, listen to
Strengthening governance and lived experience
Country,’ brings First Nations primary and
input through ongoing work with the Disability
secondary aged students from the surrounding
Advisory Committee, Peninsula Advisory Committee
Peninsula onto Country to learn land management,
for Elders, LGBTIQA+ Collaborative as well as the
cultural practices and environmental stewardship
Family Violence Collaborative.
from their community.
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Establishing and launching the Reading for
Completed for 2025-26
Reconciliation Book Club at Mornington Library. The
The Shire supported community events for 16 Days of
by community voices and resulted in a selection of
2.1.2.1 Deliver the Gender Equality Strategy
culturally appropriate collaboration was informed
Activism against Gender-Based Violence from November 25 to December 10, 2025. This included a
books that prioritise First Nations voices and
local walk against violence in Hastings, a Youth Theatre Project, an Author Talk at Mornington Library, and
entire community via our Libraries. Eleven excited
training for front-line staff to recognise elder abuse. We also held and supported events for International
perspectives. This selection is now available for the community members have begun their four-month journey of reading, listening and learning.
Women’s Day (IWD) in 2026. These events included
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National Reconciliation Week events. We saw a combined 150 community members and Shire staff attend three events across the week. Events included cultural awareness information sessions, a flag raising ceremony and Storytime at Rosebud Library with Aunty Fay Muir.
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Committing to a 12-month platinum membership with Kinaway. The Victorian Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce will build Mornington Peninsula Shire’s capacity to drive economic empowerment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. The membership will support embedding Indigenous through staff workshops, training and events. Completed
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The Local Water Safety Plan was completed and uploaded to the Shire website on 22 April. The Plan was also circulated at the Inland Waterways Safety Conference in May 2026 2.1.5.1 Implement the Triple A Housing Plan.
Mornington site to evaluate the potential yield and costs of developing community housing with on-site support services. This is a long-term project that aims to meet the objectives of the Plan, which considers Shire parcels of land for future community development. The committee is also collaborating to identify service delivery models that will support individuals at risk of homelessness and those who are sleeping rough. 2.1.6.1 Develop the Community Disaster Resilience Plan
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Council adopted the Community Disaster Resilience
procurement into business as usual at Council
2.1.4.1 Develop the Local Water Safety Plan.
To support our Triple A Housing Plan objective, the Shire is conducting a feasibility study on the 320 Main Street,
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The Mornington Peninsula continues to have the highest proportion of people experiencing sleeping rough under the Functional Zero program, including those in
Plan and Year 1 Action Plan at the 2 December 2025 Council meeting. 2.1.6.2 Emergency Relief Hub Energy Resilience Upgrade.
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Locations and or venues that fit the criteria for an Emergency Relief Hub Upgrade have been identified.
We continue to work through power upgrade options for powering the Relief Hub: these include solar/battery combined with a diesel generator versus a stand-alone generator. We are also exploring alternative power sources to run limited appliances such as lighting and the internet. Two battery power stations were purchased (including solar charging blankets) for emergency relief hub operations during power outages.
Melbourne's CBD. Our statistics at the end of May show we have the highest number of women sleeping rough, and the highest number of people over the age of 55 sleeping rough for those Local Government Areas on the program. In partnership with WPI and Homes Victoria, we celebrated the commencement of the Hastings Women's Housing project with a Turning of the Sod event in May. This project has been funded by the State Government for $4.5 million and is expected to be completed in late 2026, with tenants moving in early 2027. We are still waiting to hear from Housing Australia as to whether our funding submission with Housing Choices Australia to support the development of 22 transitional dwellings for women in Rosebud has been successful.
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Strategic Objective 2.2 An engaged and connected community.
Performance Measures 90 programs delivered via Community Houses 84 last quarter (Target – increase) 29 community-led events and projects, supported by Council, that promote social connection 10 last quarter (Target – increase) 9,308 community members participated in Library programs 11,585 last quarter (Target – increase) 11 new engagement projects
69,070 followers and subscribers across communication mediums 3.8% increase from last quarter
Annual Actions 2.2.2.1 Develop the Sports Capacity Plan V2 and 3.
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The Sports Capacity Plans were finalised and adopted by Council on 5 November 2025. All recommendations from the strategies will be prioritised and delivered as part of Council’s Capital Works Program, subject to future funding as part of Council's Budget process. 2.2.2.2 Develop the Playspace and Outdoor Exercise Strategy.
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The draft Strategy is almost complete. The shire-wide Playspace audit has been finalised, and the initial community consultation has also been completed. Officers will be providing an update to Executive in late 2026 to proceed with a Councillor workshop in early 2027. 2.2.2.3 Develop the Pavilion Strategy
Off Track
We are currently finalising the draft of the Pavilion Strategy. This strategy will include the sports facility
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development standards outlined in the recently adopted Sport Capacity Plan. The audit of our existing pavilions has been extended to include additional pavilions. We anticipate presenting the draft Strategy to Council for public exhibition in early 2027. 2.2.3.1 Develop the Arts, Culture and Events Plan 2026-2036.
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Completed for 2025-26
The draft Arts, Culture and Events Plan was presented to Councillors at a Council Briefing, where it was workshopped and discussed. Councillor feedback informed minor refinements to the draft. The revised Plan was then presented to the Arts and Culture Advisory Panel for feedback. The Plan was submitted to Council in July 2026 for approval to release for public exhibition. It will be presented to Council for adoption upon completion.
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2.2.4.1 Implement the Library. Strategy
Actions delivered in support of our Library Strategy include: •
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Complete for 2025-26
Community engagement. This was completed as part of the Library Service Review to inform future library services.
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Our Library Van, OLiV, service expansion. OLiV continued to expand, with ongoing outreach and program delivery across the Peninsula.
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School holiday programs. Literacy initiatives and community events were delivered across library
2.2.5.1 Improve community Complete for engagement process for Shire 2025-26 projects and commence review of Community Engagement Strategy.
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The review of the Community Engagement Policy is ongoing. Recommendations for the Policy, including a Framework, are due in December 2026. A Community Engagement (CE) Operational Guide and a Standardised Demographics Guide were completed and are pending adoption by the Executive. These documents will guide staff involved in community engagement and conducting surveys.
branches. Actions scheduled for next quarter include: •
Reviewing community feedback and progressing our Library Strategy priorities.
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Continue monitoring and refining the OLiV service.
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Delivering ongoing library programs, outreach and community engagement activities.
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Prosperity Strategic Direction 3
Enabling balanced growth through innovation, empowering community groups and volunteers, and fostering a resilient, thriving and vibrant local economy.
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Community Focus Prosperity Small Business Festival returns this August The Shire’s Small Business Festival is a monthlong program of webinars, networking events, and hands-on workshops designed to help local businesses build capability, confidence and longterm resilience.
Peninsula LIVE: Dromana Weekender brings music to industrial estate The second Peninsula LIVE micro-festival transformed the Dromana Industrial Estate into a vibrant live music precinct from Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 June. The free, all-ages event will
Featuring around 20 events across the month of
feature live music from over 30 bands across
August, the full festival program is now live and
more than 10 venues, bringing four days of music,
will cover a wide range of topics relevant to
energy and community connection.
today’s business landscape. The festival officially launches with the 2026 B.I.T.E Conference on 5 August 2026. For more information, click on mornpen.vic.gov.au/smallbusinessfestival26
Peninsula LIVE is about creating new opportunities for local artists while bringing communities together through live music. For more information, click on mornpen.vic.gov.au/dromanaweekender
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Strategic Objective 3.1 A vibrant, innovative and thriving local economy.
Performance Measures 62 business events and workshops led or supported (Quarterly target – 8) 35 community events held or supported 68 events last quarter (Target – increase) 80 days, on average, for event applications 75 days last quarter (Target – decrease) 32,775 visitations to Shire destinations 42,387 visitations last quarter
Annual Actions 3.1.1.1 Create a dedicated business permit support process.
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Complete for 2025-26
Work to enhance the permit support processes for businesses, aiming to reduce processing times and
improve the customer experience, is ongoing. This work will include footpath trading and events permits. We continue to collaborate with the Municipal Association of Victoria and several other councils to explore potential AI-driven solutions. 3.1.1.2 Deliver the Western Port Futures Project.
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Complete for 2025-26
We continue to work collaboratively with the Victorian Government, Port of Hastings Corporation and key stakeholders to explore future opportunities for the Surplus Port Land. This has included preparing a draft submission to the Commonwealth Government which we will seek community feedback on in July and August. Other recent work has focused on developing a Vision and Opportunities Paper, progressing strategic land use investigations, and providing feedback on related government land planning initiatives. Planning is also underway for community and industry engagement to help inform future directions and ensure local perspectives contribute to the long-term vision for this important area. 3.1.2.1 Deliver initiatives, in Completed collaboration with stakeholders, to increase local learning opportunities.
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To increase local learning opportunities, we have organised more than 20 events focused on skill development for local businesses to be included in this year's Small Business Festival in August. We held a two-day business planning workshop for new owners. We also brought together 20 individuals interested in agri-tech business startups to gain industry insights as part of our collaboration with Farmers to Founders.
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3.1.4.1 Deliver planning scheme Complete for amendments in support of increasing 2025-26 commercial and industrial land.
3.1.5.1 Deliver the Food and Agroecology Strategy.
Planning Scheme Amendment C294morn (Hastings
and Agroecology Strategy is continuing. The Sustainable Food Economy and Agroecology Taskforce
Industrial Precinct) is yet to be lodged with Council for assessment. The privately led amendment is intended to create a new industrial precinct on surplus Portrelated land north of Graydens Road, generally between Frankston-Flinders Road, Boes Road and Olivers Creek South.
Complete for 2025-26
Work on the 2-year Action Plan of the Food Economy
engaged Sustain to prepare a progress report on the 2year Action Plan, which ran a priority setting workshop in December 2025. There were meetings of the Taskforce and working groups focused on Education, Provenance promotion, and Regenerative Agriculture in the quarter. The Future Farmers Pathway program, to develop the next generation of small-scale farmers on Mornington Peninsula land, is also continuing. Communication and education to the Mornington Peninsula farming and landholding community were promoted through the Agribusiness newsletter and business website resources.
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Strategic Objective 3.2 Valued partnerships and empowered community groups and volunteers.
Performance Measures $ 4,017,767 of funding paid and awarded through Community Investment Funding YTD (Annual Target - $3,964,232) 22 days, on average, for approval of
Annual Actions 3.2.1.1 Deliver the Community Investment Funding programs.
Completed for 2025-26
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Our Community Investment Funding opened on 13 July 2025. Over the year, we awarded more than $4.0 million in grants, subsidies and sponsorships that aligned with the strategic directions of our Council Plan.
community capital projects
The following Grants and Subsidies were awarded during the quarter:
Previous quarter was 24 days
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26 Grants
(Target – decrease)
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3 Commemorative Events Subsidies for ANZAC Day
3.2.2.1 Develop and deliver the Completed for Community Volunteering 2025-26 Strengthening Plan to expand and promote volunteering opportunities across the Shire.
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The Community Volunteer Development Plan has been completed. The Plan will guide and strengthen the capability and capacity of the volunteer sector across the Mornington Peninsula. 3.2.2.2 Implement annual Volunteer Completed Training to build the capacity and capability of volunteering based groups and organisations and develop a governance guide for volunteer committees of management.
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Volunteer Training consisted of 19 professional development opportunities for Volunteers, which were delivered by the peak body Volunteering Victoria. Eight sessions were held, including: Volunteer Safety, Innovative Volunteer Recognition and Retention, Volunteer Performance Counselling, Values-Based Leadership, Introduction to the Volunteer Involvement Cycle, Legal Issues in Managing a Diverse Team, Volunteer Screening Deconstructed and Social Media and the Law. Three pop-up engagements were held at the following locations: Tootgarook Neighbour Day, Emergency Services Open Day (Hastings) and Crib Point Community House. Other activities include:
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3.2.5.1 Determine and position the Shire's advocacy priorities ahead of the 2026 Victorian State election.
Holding the Mornington Peninsula Volunteering Network Meeting with 23 partner organisations in attendance.
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Delivering AI Made Friendly - A Hands-On Guide for Community Groups (22 participants).
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Creating Positive Auspicing Relationships (13 Engaging more than 250 students at the FMP
Completed for 2025-26
Following an advocacy workshop with Councillors in May 2025 and a Council Briefing in July 2025, our 202526 advocacy priorities have been determined, with
of the Shire until the Victorian election in November 2026.
Careers and Pathways Expo. 3.2.3.1 Review the Community Capital Infrastructure Policy.
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Our Community Capital Infrastructure Policy has been reviewed. The draft of the revised Community-Led Projects Policy has been created with updated frameworks and guidelines for our community. This document is now being submitted to the Council for approval to be displayed for public feedback. Additionally, a comprehensive communications plan has been developed to support this process. The revised Policy broadens the types of communityled projects to be considered and provides a clearer pathway for community groups to apply for project
support. Straightforward projects may proceed through the current assessment, while more complex
Advocacy materials have been updated and developed to reflect our current and new priorities. A dedicated state election campaign to highlight and promote these advocacy priorities to local political candidates is currently being developed and will be launched closer to the election. Our priorities have been split into two tiers. Tier One Advocacy priorities: • •
Port of Hastings Surplus Land Rosebud Hospital
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Housing Homelessness
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Coastal Infrastructure Road Maintenance.
Tier Two Advocacy priorities:
applications will be referred to a cross-organisational steering committee.
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Green Wedge Protection Public Transport
A strategic implementation plan is under development and will guide how the updated program is introduced,
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Personal Watercraft Regulation and Compliance.
promoted and scaled over time. This is being developed alongside the process to adopt the draft Policy, which is scheduled for the 1 December 2026 Council Meeting.
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Council adopting our priorities on 23 September 2025. These advocacy priorities will be the focus and position
participants). •
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The Shire’s other ongoing advocacy projects include Peninsula Trail, Emil Madsen Reserve, Performing Arts Centre, Digital Connectivity and Family Violence.
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Performance Strategic Direction 4
A transparent, accountable Council delivering measurable, communitycentred services that are costeffective, fit-forpurpose, futureproofed, and responsive to community needs.
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Community Focus Performance Bin audits to confirm cost and improve recycling A kerbside bin audit is being undertaken on the Mornington Peninsula by the Shire’s waste contractor, EC Sustainable. Bin audits form part of our waste services contract because the rate the Shire pays for removing contamination from recycling is calculated based on the bin audit results. The higher the level of contamination, the more the Shire must pay. Last year, we found that the contamination rate had increased. We took this opportunity to roll out a ‘Bin it right: Future’s bright’
Want to help our community’s best? Expressions of Interest were open for community members to join the Selection Panel for the Mornington Peninsula’s annual community awards. Each year, our community comes together to recognise the people and events that make a real difference across the Peninsula, and we invited locals to help shape who is celebrated. For more information, click on mornpen.vic.gov.au/awardspanel
educational campaign with the aim to make recycling less confusing for all residents. For more information, click on mornpen.vic.gov.au/binaudit
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Strategic Objective 4.1 A financially sustainable, high-performing and well-governed Council.
Performance Measures $266.9M Total Operating Expenses (YTD forecast $286.1M) $54.6M Expenditure on Capital works
Annual Actions 4.1.1.1 Develop the Financial Plan with identified levers for achieving financial sustainability.
Completed
On 30 October 2025, following community consultation, Council adopted the 10-year financial plan with 3 levers to achieve financial sustainability.
projects (YTD forecast $59.8M) 87% of Annual Action Plan actions completed or on track (Target – 80%)
4.1.1.2 Develop the Revenue and Rating Strategy.
Completed
(Target - <10%)
17 March 2026. These changes will be applied to the 2026-27 rating year and have been included in the draft budget. 4.1.1.3 Review the Procurement Policy.
Completed
timeframes (Target - >95%) 1.8% Voluntary staff turnover for the quarter (Annual target - <10%) 7.9% Position vacancy rate (no target)
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Council adopted the Procurement Policy 2025-2029 on 2 December 2025.
93% of Freedom of Information requests resolved within statutory
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Following community consultation, the Revenue and Rating Strategy for 2026-27 was adopted by Council on
10.5% Council decisions made at meetings closed to the public
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4.1.1.4 Progress the Future Workplace Project.
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In May, we presented the first two phases of the Office and Property Review to Councillors. This review included option designs, commercial opportunities and recommendations for next steps. Following these initial steps, we updated the scope and started working on phases 3 and 4 of the program. The final stages will include market testing, architectural feasibility and a business case to identify a preferred option, which will be presented at a Councillor briefing in October. 4.1.1.5 Explore key commercial opportunities to increase revenue.
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Council continues to explore commercial opportunities as they arise, as well as investigating creating a dedicated investment function to grow the profitability of Council's commercial sites. This function will also prioritise the delivery of public private partnerships to grow alternative forms of investment into Council's assets.
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4.1.1.6 Implement Contract Management Plans across all contracts.
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All new contracts also have a Contract Management Plan in place, and Contract Management Plans are now in place for the majority of existing contracts. The method for auditing the use and reporting of the Contract Management Plan is still to be finalised. 4.1.2.1 Implement the Good Governance and Decision Making Framework.
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A draft Good Governance Framework has been drafted and, following an internal review, will go to a Council Workshop in late 2026. 4.1.2.2 Review the Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
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The Enterprise Risk Management Framework has been reviewed. Council was updated on the enterprise risk management work at their May Council Briefing. This
included the Risk Appetite Statement and the emerging strategic risk profile. The Enterprise Risk Management Framework was endorsed by the Audit and Risk Committee and approved by the Chief Executive Officer on 1 July 2026. Following endorsement from the Audit and Risk Committee and the Executive Team, the draft Enterprise Risk Management Policy was presented to the 7 July 2026 Council meeting and will be brought back later in 2026 for adoption.
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4.1.3.1 Implement the Completed for Integrated Strategic Planning 2025-26 and Reporting Framework including a review and consolidation of Council Strategies and Plans. An updated draft of the Integrated Strategic Planning
and Reporting Framework has been developed, which better incorporates Service Planning and a new approach to performance reporting to ensure alignment of all planning across Council. This will improve transparency in the delivery of services to the community. 4.1.4.1 Review the Shire's Workforce Plan.
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The current Plan has been reviewed, and a draft of the new Shire’s Workforce Plan is now complete. Its 4-year Action Plan is currently being finalised, in line with the Organisational Plan and is planned to be completed in the first quarter of 2026-27 4.1.4.2 Review and deliver a new Gender Equality Action Plan.
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We have reviewed the current plan and developed a new Gender Equality Action Plan. The plan has been submitted to the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector. A 4-year Action plan is almost finished and is expected to be finalised by the end of June. Once completed, this Action Plan will be integrated into the new Gender Equality Action Plan and made available on our website.
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4.1.5.1 Develop and deliver the IT and Digital Strategy.
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The IT and Digital Strategy is now in the delivery phase of Year 1 actions. Some of the key initiatives include:
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Completing the upgrade of the telephone system. This has transitioned the Council to a modern, software-as-a-service-based call centre solution that will help support improved call flow, analytics and customer experience.
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Establishing a Council Information Asset Register. The register will provide a centralised record of Council's information assets. This strengthens information governance, security, accountability and compliance.
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Completing our uplift of cybersecurity and disaster recovery processes and documentation. This will further enhance protection against current and emerging threats.
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Developing a Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) framework to address cyber supply-chain risk. This will be implemented over the next quarter.
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Entering the assessment and early implementation scoping phase of the Customer Service AI Enhancement Project With the assistance of the Customer Experience team, we have identified key improvement priorities.
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Strategic Objective 4.2 Community-centred, responsive and fit-for-purpose services.
Performance Measures 76% of Customer requests actioned within timeframe (Target – 80%) 18 days, on average, for customer requests to be completed 8 last quarter (Target – decrease) 3.9 out of 5 for voice of customer satisfaction score 3.9 last quarter (Target – increase) 49% First contact resolution for
Annual Actions 4.2.1.1 Implement the Service Review program.
The Service Review Program has recommenced. Service reviews underway include Libraries, Governance, Risk, Audit and Insurance, Finance and Procurement, Animal Management and Community Safety. All reviews are on track and are expected to be completed on schedule. The Customer Stakeholder Relations Management service review is transitioning to a partial centralisation model, and we are awaiting the outcome of the future workplace report for finalisation of the tier 3 services. 4.2.2.1 Implement the Customer. Strategy
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efficient service and an improved experience. •
page visits) (No target)
Developing a methodology for gathering customer feedback. We have created a consistent method for collecting customer feedback via the Voice of the Customer survey, which we will continue to
1,320,560 customer interactions across correspondence, webchat and web
Upgrading the Telephony System. The new system went live on 21 May and is already delivering a more
(Target – increase)
all channels (in person, phone,
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The implementation of our Customer Strategy is ongoing, with most actions completed. Key actions delivered in support of the Customer Strategy include:
telephone calls 63% last quarter
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enhance. •
Continuing to share our performance information and insights across the organisation.
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Customer mapping. To further improve the overall customer experience, we have mapped numerous customer journeys, with additional mapping currently underway.
4.2.3.1 Implement a Continuous Improvement Program.
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This quarter we undertook targeted work with leadership to continue to develop our continuous
improvement approach. Work focused on improving our approach to performance measurement to better identify future opportunities. We also undertook key improvement projects, including improving how we manage correspondence and complex correspondence.
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Briars Sanctuary Expansion Total Project Value $1,771,871
The 2020 adopted Briars Master Plan focusses on
The remaining elements of the expansion include
protecting, enhancing, and celebrating the
a three-kilometre accessible trail network that is
natural, cultural and heritage beauty of the Briars.
nearing completion. Additionally, there is a Request for Quote package for signage and
The project commenced a staged construction in
wayfinding that is currently under evaluation to
2024, with the first element of delivery being the
select the preferred contractor. The project also
construction of an additional 2.5km of predator
involves the revegetation of the site with locally
proof fencing to expand the current wildlife
indigenous plant species and improvements to
sanctuary by 40 hectares. The primary fencing
the existing vehicle access track.
and gates work were completed with contractors finalising outstanding works in early 2025 to ensure its functionality.
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Mount Martha: Forest Drive Blackspot Total Project Value $240,700
Funded for construction as part of the Federal
The installation of new speed limit signs and
Black Spot Program, the project was awarded
posts, along with the removal of the old speed
$240,000 for road safety improvements along
signs, is pending approval from the Department
the length of the road between Nepean Highway
of Transport and Planning. All other works were
and Bradford Road.
completed by June 2026.
Safety barriers were installed, accompanied by audio-tactile centreline markings and curve alignment markers, to enhance safety and decrease the likelihood and severity of crashes.
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Capel Sound: Truemans Road Dog Park Total Project Value $152,000
Truemans Road Recreation Reserve in Capel
Fencing, seating and drinking fountains were
Sound features several recreational features, as
installed, as well as a pathway around the
well as the newly completed enclosed dog park.
enclosure.
The conversion of a grassed area at Truemans Road Recreation Reserve into a fully enclosed leash-free dog park is now complete.
The original budget was $75,000. Extra funding was allocated to install a drinking fountain, build a pathway around the perimeter, add seating, and create a central mound.
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Rye Skate Park Renewal and Upgrade Total Project Value $991,843
Initially constructed in 2004, the current Skate Park
deliver a skate park upgrade to the Mornington
was suited to more experienced skaters. The
Peninsula.
Shire’s 2008 Skate and BMX Strategy recommended that any future upgrade also cater to beginners, include additional street skate elements and improve accessibility.
The Rye Skatepark Upgrade is now nearing completion. Works on the concrete skatepark areas are nearly finished, with the final touches for the furniture installation and landscaping
Council successfully obtained a $1 million grant
underway. All works on the upgraded Skate Park
through the Victorian State Government's
are expected to be completed by mid-July.
Community Sport and Recreation Initiative to help
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Roads to Recovery Arthurs Seat Road Total Project Value $177,958
As part of the Roads to Recovery Program, a pedestrian refuge island, footpath and car parking were delivered
All construction works were completed by March, with landscaping and planting finished in April 2026.
on Arthur’s Seat Road to improve accessibility and safety.
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Hastings Foreshore Masterplan Implementation Total Project Value $159,217
The Hastings Foreshore Masterplan builds on the foundations of the previous Hastings South Coastal Management Plan, Hastings Foreshore Precinct Plan, and the Mornington Peninsula Shire Arts and Culture Plan 2020 – 2024.
Foreshore pathway upgrade and landscaping works as part of the Masterplan implementation. We also completed the Events Area Concept Design and Planning for the new public amenity on the foreshore.
Aiming to provide a more attractive, accessible, safe and sustainable Foreshore, we completed the Northern
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