2024 Annual General Meeting

The Committee held its 2024 Annual General Meeting on 13 November at McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery, Langwarrin - with special guests Simon McKeon AO and the Hon. Bruce Billson.

Housing response left wanting for Peninsula

Mornington Peninsula Shire is ranked the second-worst metropolitan local government for homelessness and those sleeping rough – but is ranked in the bottom four metropolitan councils in the Victorian Government’s Big Housing Build.

Social Enterprise on the Peninsula

CFMP Members joined Frankston Social Enterprise and Innovation Hub for our October Members Breakfast to highlight the important work of social enterprise on the Mornington Peninsula.

Frankston Hospital Redevelopment: 1 year to go!

One year away from its expected completion, the $1.1 billion Frankston Hospital redevelopment will deliver crucial care, better services, and first-class facilities for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. 

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - October 2024

Our CEO joined Brendon Telfer on RPPFM 'Peninsula Talks' to discuss Parliamentary visits, council elections, and the short-stay levy.

Members Lunch with Zoe McKenzie and Jodie Belyea

CFMP's Corporate Gold Members and Community Partners joined Federal Members for Dunkley and Flinders - Jodie Belyea and Zoe McKenzie - for lunch at The Rocks in Mornington.

Local Government Elections - Candidate Responses

Candidates for the upcoming Frankston City and Mornington Peninsula Shire Local Government elections have been given the opportunity to respond to a survey from the Committee. You can view their responses at our Council Elections page of our website.

Short-stay tax revenue must be spent here

The Committee is seeking clarification from Homes Victoria that funding generated from the short-stay levy will be delivered to our region to help address the housing and accommodation crisis on the Mornington Peninsula.

CFMP Members End of Year Event & Briefing

Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula Members are invited to celebrate a big 12 months for the Committee with food and beverages at Frankston's newest and most luxurious apartment development, Harbour. This is a private event for Committee members only. 

Peninsula issues front of mind for Victorian Leaders

Peak advocacy body takes regional challenges directly to Treasurer, Opposition Leader and Spring Street frontbenchers.

Local nursery industry on show at Spring Street

The Nursery & Garden Industry of Victoria held its Parliamentary showcase event in Queen's hall last month, where our CEO was proud to attend alongside local nursery leaders.

Committee calls for Murphy Report reforms

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula is calling for the Federal Government to implement the Murphy Report Gambling reforms in full.

Smacktalk - September Members Breakfast Briefing

Wayne Holdsworth - CEO at Frankston District Basketball Association - provided our members with his 'Smacktalk' briefing at Frankston RSL on Thursday,

Members Briefing - Social Enterprise on the Peninsula

Join CFMP Members for a breakfast briefing and learn how social enterprise can be an innovative approach to tackling social and environmental challenges in our region.

Notice of 2024 AGM

Join Committee members for the Committee's 2024 Annual General Meeting at CFMP Member McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery on 13 November. RSVP is essential.

Better targeted and funded skills and training for the Peninsula

August's CFMP Members Breakfast Briefing was held at Chisholm Institute in Rosebud where members were briefed on the skills opportunities, shortages, and demand for our region.

Business Cyber Security Forum with Minister Clare O'Neil

Committee members joined Jodie Belyea MP and Frankston Business Collective for a Business Cyber Security Forum with Home Affairs and Cyber Security Minister, the Hon. Clare O'Neil MP. 

Bold, Ambitious Blueprint required for Peninsula’s Future

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula has proudly launched its’ Strategic Plan.

Plan for Victoria must be a Plan for Peninsula

The Committee has made a submission to the Victorian Government's new Plan for Victoria.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - July 2024

This month our CEO joined RPPFM Peninsula Talks to discuss the joint Commitee and Shire-led trip to Canberra.

Dunkley Business Cyber Security Forum with Minister Clare O'Neil

Join CFMP Members and local businesses for a Cyber Security Business Forum with Minister Clare O'Neil and Jodie Belyea MP on 25 July in Frankston.

South East Water join Committee

South East Water have joined the Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula as a Community Partner.

Committee and Shire joint visit to Federal Parliament

This week Commitee CEO Josh Sinclair and Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Simon Brooks visited Federal Parliament for a number of meetings with Ministers and Shadow Ministers about issues impacting our region.

Members Briefing - Smacktalk with Wayne Holdsworth

Join Committee Members for a Members Briefing that can help make a difference and save lives. Join us for a 'Smacktalk' with Mac's father and FDBA CEO, Wayne Holdsworth.

Renewable Energy Terminal EES Recommences

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula welcomes the news that the Port of Hastings is recommencing the Environmental Effects Statement (EES) process for the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal (VRET).

Members Breakfast - August

Committee members are invited to our August Members Breakfast Briefing with Chisholm Institute in Rosebud on 6 August.

Federal and State Budgets 2024 - CFMP Statement

This month, the Victorian and Federal Government's delivered their respective budgets for 2024-2025. 

Frankston Hospital Redevelopment - Committee Briefing

Peninsula Health CEO Felicity Topp briefed the Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula on the progress of the $1.1 billion redevelopment of Frankston Hospital.

Members Breakfast - July

Committee members are invited to our July Members Breakfast where we'll be launching our Strategic Plan 2025-2030.

Terminal outcome crucial for Offshore Wind industry

With the awarding of feasibility licences for offshore wind projects off Gippsland coast now awarded, the future of the Port of Hastings and Victoria's Renewable Energy Terminal is now more important than ever.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - Live from CFMP's Future Forum

Listen to RPPFM - Your Peninsula Radio recap the Committee's Future Forum held last week in Frankston. Hear interviews from our keynote speaker and demographer Simon Kuestenmacher, Dunkley MP Jodie Belyea, and Committee CEO Josh Sinclair.

Members Breakfast - Briefing on Frankston Hospital Redevelopment

CFMP Members are invited to a breakfast briefing from Peninsula Health CEO Felicity Topp on the $1.1 billion redevelopment of the Frankston Hospital.

Future Proofing Frankston & the Peninsula

More than 170 people packed the Frankston Football Club to take part in the Committee's Inaugural Future Forum on 16 April, 2024.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - April 2024

CEO Josh Sinclair talks with Brendon Telfer about the Committee's Future Forum in Frankston this month.

Frankston City and Chisholm Institute join Committee

Frankston City Council and Chisholm Institute have joined the Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula as Community Partner Members, bolstering regional advocacy efforts.

Small Business Roundtable with Shadow Minister Ley

It was a full house for the Committee's Small Business Roundtable with Shadow Minister Sussan Ley and Member for Flinders, Zoe McKenzie MP.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - March 2024

Committee CEO Josh Sinclair joined Brendon Telfer on RPPFM this month to discuss the Dunkley By-election, the Committee's Future Forum, and the proposed Renewable Energy Terminal in Hastings.

Statement on Dunkley By-election

The Committee congratulates Jodie Belyea on her victory in the Dunkley By-election held on Saturday, 2 March 2024.

Better health outcomes needed for Southern Peninsula residents

Whichever party sits on the government benches in Spring St or in Canberra come 2026, the Committee looks forward to advocating with purpose for a redevelopment of Rosebud Hospital and better health outcomes for southern peninsula residents.

ABC Melbourne live from Frankston

Our CEO joined Ali Moore on ABC Radio Melbourne yesterday afternoon in sunny Frankston to discuss some of the major issues for locals ahead of the Dunkley by-election on Saturday, 2 March.

Peninsula Health joins Committee

Peninsula Health has joined the Peninsula’s peak advocacy body – Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula – as a Community Partner.

Is Frankston having its Geelong moment?

Frankston is a good fifteen years behind Geelong. Can we learn from the lessons across the bay and embrace the changing face of Frankston CBD? Only time will tell.

Right balance crucial for renewable energy success

With the right balance and the opportunity to commence a thorough Environmental Effects Statement (EES) process, offshore wind assembly could redefine Hastings for the next half a century.

Dunkley By-election - ABC Radio Melbourne

CEO Josh Sinclair joined ABC Radio Melbourne's Drive program on Friday, 2 February to discuss public transport commitments.

Youth Homelessness - Outreach, support, and advocacy

In February we held our first Members Breakfast of the year, where we heard from Fusion Mornington Peninsula about the critical work they're doing on the frontline in youth homelessness outreach right here in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.

Transport, Housing crucial to Dunkley win

More affordable housing for healthcare workers and better public transport access are the top priorities in Dunkley ahead of the by-election, the Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula says. (Herald Sun, 1 February).

Housing Statement Briefing with Minister Shing

On Tuesday 30 January Minister for Housing, the Hon. Harriet Shing provided a briefing on the Victorian Government's Housing Statement and how it affects Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.

Future-led thinking required for region's growth

First published in the February 2024 edition of Mornington Peninsula Magazine. 

Future Forum - 16 April

The Future Forum will provide members with an opportunity to discuss and address the changing face of Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, and analyse the challenges and opportunities we face over the next few decades in our region.

Offshore Wind Blow for Hastings

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula is disappointed with the Federal Government’s assessment of the proposed Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal (VRET) at the Port of Hastings.

Small Business Roundtable with Hon. Sussan Ley

CFMP Members and Small Busineses on the Mornington Peninsula are invited to attend a roundtable with Shadow Minister for Small & Family Business the Hon. Sussan Ley and Member for Flinders, Zoe McKenzie.

Vale Peta Murphy

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula expresses its deep sadness at the tragic passing of Federal Member for Dunkley, Peta Murphy.

Bayport and Frankston RSL join CFMP

Bayport and Frankston RSL have joined the Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula to help advocate for a better future for our region.

Members Breakfast - February (Special Presentation)

Join Committee members for the first Members Breakfast of 2024 where we'll be discussing youth homelessness in our region. We look forward to welcoming our not-for-profit member, Fusion Mornington Peninsula, who will be providing a presentation to members and answering questions.

Monash partners up for a better Peninsula

Monash University has joined the Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula as a Community Partner in 2024.

Statement on Federal Government's Infrastructure Review

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula is disappointed that $300 million in funding for major rail and road projects on the Mornington Peninsula will not proceed.

Mornington Peninsula Business Excellence Awards

Local businesses were recognised this week at the Mornington Peninsula Shire's Business Excellence Awards held at RACV Cape Schanck.

Members Forum with Peta Murphy MP

Members joined Federal Member for Dunkley, Peta Muprhy, for a forum and Q&A at McClelland Gallery in Langwarrin.

Employment and Workplace Forum with Senator Cash

The Committee and Zoe McKenzie MP hosted Mornington Peninsula businesses for a forum on workplace and employment relations issues with Senator Michaelia Cash this week in Balnarring Beach.

Calls Grow to Keep Funding in Region

The Committee welcomes Frankston City Council's calls to keep previously earmarked funding for infrastructure upgrades in our region.

Committee welcomes Frankston foreshore progress

The Committee welcomes the Minister for Planning's decision to progress the Frankston Metropolitan Activity Centre Structure Plan.

Committee meets with Victorian Opposition Leader, John Pesutto

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula recently met with Victorian Opposition Leader, John Pesutto, to outline the prioroties and needs of our region.

Business & Workplace Relations Forum with Senator Michaelia Cash

The Committee and Zoe McKenzie MP will jointly host a Business Forum with the Shadow Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Senator the Hon. Michaelia Cash. 

Practical Response to Worker Shortages

A lack of affordable accommodation on the Mornington Peninsula has meant business has had to get creative when finding housing solutions for staff, particularly over the busy summer period on the Southern Peninsula.

Future Melbourne - South East - Herald Sun Series

The Herald Sun's series on 'Future Melbourne' included a focus on the future of the South East of Melbourne.

NAB Economic Briefing - Mornington

This week we were pleased to facilitate a briefing from NAB Senior Economist Brody Viney at NAB Business Banking Mornington.

Decades ahead require bold thinking

It’s important we take a moment to reflect on how lucky we are to call Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula our home. As the warmer months return, so will the visitors – and some of them will enjoy their trips so much they’ll chose to make the Peninsula home.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - September 2023

CEO Josh Sinclair joined Brendon Telfer to discuss the Victorian Government's new short-stay tax, funding for housing on the Peninsula, and the Committee's Roundtable with Minister Dimopoulos.

New Premier of Victoria - CFMP seeks collaborative approach

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula offers its congratulations to the new Premier of Victoria, Jacinta Allan. Ms Allan’s appointment as Premier offers Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula an opportunity to collaborate with the Victorian Government on a long list of major advocacy projects, and we look forward to working with the Premier and her team to help deliver a better future for our region.

 

Short-Stay Revenue must be re-invested on Peninsula

Revenue raised from the Victorian Government's Short Stay Levy must be reinvested back on the Mornington Peninsula.

Roundtable with Minister for Tourism, Steve Dimopoulos

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula hosted a Roundtable with Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Steve Dimopoulos, to discuss local issues affecting the visitor economy. 

Bruce Billson relaunches CFMP!

Former Dunkley MP and Committee for Mornington Peninsula Founder Bruce Billson joined Members in Mornington to help relaunch the newly merged Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula.

Members Brunch Meeting with Peta Murphy MP

Join CFMP Members for our final Members Meeting of 2023 with the Federal Member for Dunkley, Peta Murphy MP.

Members Meeting with Victorian Liberal Leader John Pesutto

The Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula is pleased to invite all Committee members to a lunch meeting in Rye with Victorian Liberal Leader, John Pesutto - and Nepean MP, Sam Groth. 

MP's line up to support 'bi-partisan' lobby group

From MP News: The now-amalgamated committees for greater Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula appear to have the endorsement of MPs from state and federal governments and both major parties.

Course Correction: Reforming Melbourne’s buses

Committee for Melbourne have published 'Course Correction: Reforming Melbourne’s buses' - providing an insight into the benefits that could be achieved if comprehensive bus reform is undertaken.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - August 2023

Our CEO Josh Sinclair joined Brendon Telfer on RPPFM this month to talk about the merger of Committee for Greater Frankston and Committee for Mornington Peninsula, and how the new Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula will be able to more effectively advocate for our region.

Strong Bipartisan Support for Committee’s Expansion

The Committee for Greater Frankston has merged with Committee for Mornington Peninsula – joining forces to become the peak advocacy body for the region.

Members Breakfast with Bruce Billson - September 2023

Committee Members are invited to hear from Committee for Mornington Peninsula founder, former Member for Dunkley, Senior Minister, and Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman - Bruce Billson.

Unlock the Potential - Parliament House

Committee CEO Josh Sinclair joined the Mornington Peninsula Shire at its showcase adovacy event at Parliament House this week.

In conversation with the Victorian Treasurer

Our CEO's piece in Mornington Peninsula Magazine for August - In Conversation with the Victorian Treasurer, Tim Pallas.

NAB Briefing - The Peninsula & the Global Economy

Presented by NAB Business Banking Mornington, the Committee for Frankston & Mornington Peninsula invite CFMP Members to attend an afternoon briefing with NAB Senior Economist Brody Viney where Brody will share his insights and provide an update on the global, Australian, and local Frankston & Mornington Peninsula economy.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - July 2023

Our CEO Josh Sinclair joined Brendon Telfer on RPPFM to discuss the Committee's event with Treasurer Tim Pallas last month.

Post-Budget Briefing with Treasurer Pallas

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula hosted Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas for a Members Q & A and Post-Budget briefing.

Committee backs Independent Schools Fight

Proposed changes to the payroll tax exemption for Independent Schools will cost some schools on the Mornington Peninsula more than $1 million.

Federal Government should keep funding earmarked for Peninsula

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula and Shire Council have called on the Federal Government to keep previously promised infrastructure funding within our region.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - June 2023

Our CEO Josh Sinclair joined Brendon Telfer on RPPFM to talk local government, budgets and advocacy on the Mornington Peninsula.

Members Evening with Zoe McKenzie MP

Committee for Mornington Peninsula Members joined Zoe McKenzie at Cptn Jacks in Somerville for an update from Canberra.

AUKFTA Begins Today

The Australia United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement enters into force today.

Clean Winds of Change in Western Port

The Port of Hastings is set to undergo its biggest transformation over the next decade, and our region must embrace this unique opportunity. 

Victorian Budget 23-24

Details on the Victorian Budget 23/24 and the Mornington Peninsula.

Advocating for a better Peninsula

Mornington Peninsula Shire has joined the Committee for Mornington Peninsula as a community member, strengthening our collective voice as we continue to work hard and advocate for our region.   

(Corporate Gold Members Only) Post Budget Corporate Gold Members Lunch with Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas

Corporate Gold Members of Committee for Mornington Peninsula are invited to have lunch with Treasurer Tim Pallas and Hastings MP Paul Mercurio.

Post Budget Members Briefing with Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas will provide a Post 2023/24 Victorian Budget Briefing to CfMP Members on Thursday, 29 June.

May Members Breakfast - Special Guest - Port of Hastings

CfMP Members were briefed by Todd Trimble from the Port of Hastings on the process currently underway on the Offshore Wind Projects and the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - May 2023

Our CEO sat down with RPPFM to discuss exporting to the UK, the 2026 Victorian Commonwealth Games, and the regions' road network.

Helping Enhance Tourism Opportunities

Committee for Mornington Peninsula hosted a Shadow Ministerial Roundtable with Sam Groth MP to discuss with the Peninsula's leading tourism stakeholders about the competitive advantages and genuine challenges for our region. 

Committee Welcomes Regional Road Network Discussion

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula was pleased to take part in a discussion with Minister for Roads and Road Safety, the Hon. Melissa Horne, and representatives from the Department of Transport about Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula's road network.

Trade may rise as barriers drop - MP News

By MP News Group - NEW opportunities for Mornington Peninsula businesses are predicted to stem from the trade agreement (FTA) between Australia and the United Kingdom.

Businesses up, spending down - MP News

By Liz Bell at MP News - ANYONE who thought the Mornington Peninsula was full of tourists over the summer months was not mistaken.

London Calling for Peninsula Business

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula facilitated a briefing with the UK Consul-General this week to discuss trade, export and visa arrangements under the Free Trade Agreement between Australia and the United Kingdom.

In the News: April 2023

Committee for Mornington Peninsula is making good its aim of identifying and contacting decision-makers to help achieve its “long-term outcomes” and “strategic objectives.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - April 2023

Our CEO sat down with Tracee Hutchison for 'Peninsula Talks' on RPPFM - Your Peninsula Radio to discuss the Victorian Government's announcement that the Port of Hastings would be home to the Renewable Energy Terminal of Victoria.

Committee meet with Federal Member for Dunkley

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula recently met with Federal Member for Dunkley, Peta Murphy, to discuss the regions' advocacy goals and Federal Government projects in Mount Eliza.

Long Term Vision Needed for Westernport

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula met with Member for Hastings, Paul Mercurio, to discuss our shared objectives and priorities for Western Port. The Committee is seeking to work with local, state and federal government to attract major investment on the Westernport side of the Mornington Peninsula. 

In the News: March 2023

Coverage of the Committee for Mornington Peninsula in MP News week of 13 March, 2023.

Peninsula to Play Vital Role in Offshore Wind Future

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula welcomes to Victorian Government's confirmation of the establishment of the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal at the Port of Hastings. 

Leading not-for-profits join Committee

Leading not-for-profits Wallara and Lord Somers Camp have joined the Committee for Mornington Peninsula to help advocate for better investment for our region.

RPPFM Peninsula Talks - March 2023

UK Consulate Briefing & Tasting Experience

Join the UK Consul-General and UK Consulate for a briefing on the on export opportunities, workers, and a beverage tasting experience. 

MP's and Committee United in Priorities

Committee for Mornington Peninsula joined local State MP's and Zoe McKenzie MP for a discussion about the regions' advocacy priorities in 2023.

First Members Breakfast of 2023 a Success!

The Committee's first Members Breakfast held on Friday, 3 March was a success with around 30 business and community leaders in attendance.

Engaged Community will Deliver for our Region

One of the Committee's strategic objectives is creating and cultivating an engaged community. An engaged community will deliver results for our region - here's how.

Members Breakfast - July 2023

Join Committee for Mornington Peninsula members for a coffee and light breakfast to meet with business leaders and discuss industry issues in our region.

Members Breakfast - May 2023

Join Committee for Mornington Peninsula members for a coffee and light breakfast to meet with business leaders and discuss industry issues in our region.

RPPFM - Peninsula Talks (February 2023)

Listen to this month's addition of Peninsula Talks where our CEO Josh Sinclair chats with Tracee Hutchison about the advocacy priorities of our region.

Members Breakfast - March 2023

Join us for our next Members Breakfast on Friday, 3 March at Mercetta, Mornington to discuss "The Summer that was" on the Mornington Peninsula.

February - MP Magazine

Read the Committee's piece in this month's edition of MP Magazine, covering the appointment of our new CEO.

Opposition Leader meets with CfMP

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula was pleased to be able meet with Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and Federal Member for Flinders Zoe McKenzie to discuss the priorities for our region - including keeping jobs here on the peninsula, addressing disadvantage, and fighting for our fair share of government investment.

CfMP Appointment of New CEO

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua Sinclair as CEO of the Committee for Mornington Peninsula.

If there’s one thing that unites us as a community, it’s our need for health, wellbeing and education.

In the case of the Mornington Peninsula, we deserve better healthcare and education systems.

Picture this – living on the Mornington Peninsula while enjoying regular cultural festivals or visits to recreation facilities

If you’ve ever wondered why you don’t have access to a recreation centre, arts studio or community centre near your house on the Mornington Peninsula, it’s largely a question of funding.

The Mornington Peninsula’s transport system is severely lacking and in desperate need of funding

The Mornington Peninsula is home to some of Australia’s best beaches, wineries, shopping precincts and natural wonders. And yet, anyone who has used public transport here knows that our system is severely lacking.

Adequate funding from government would significantly change the Mornington Peninsula as we know it

Adequate local funding from the state and federal governments is vital to deliver local services, support businesses and invest in infrastructure for Mornington Peninsula communities.

MEDIA RELEASE - MP misses out on Regional Road Safety Program

Committee for Mornington Peninsula calls for the Regional Road Safety Programs to be expanded and delivered on Mornington Peninsula to save young lives

Economic Disadvantage Report calls for regional designation

A new report reveals rezoning the Mornington Peninsula as regional would not only unlock more funding but would fix social and economic inequalities.

2020-21 Annual Report

Click through to read the Committee for Mornington Peninsula's annual report for 2020 - 2021.

Mornington Peninsula businesses woefully unprepared for Covid-compliant summer

As travel and capacity limits ease, Melburnians and regional Victorians making their annual pilgrimage to the Mornington Peninsula will find that the shops and restaurants are woefully unprepared for mandatory vaccine passport check-ins.

Op-ed by Committee for Mornington Peninsula Executive Officer, Briony Hutton, published in the Herald Sun South East Leader 29 September 2021. Full article here: tinyurl.com/3rfwra69

A Christmas that will be like no other

Politicians of all persuasions at all levels have started talking about our upcoming COVID-Christmas.

Op-ed by Zoe McKenzie, CfMP Board member. Published by Mornington Peninsula News, 7 September 2021.

Open Letter to Victorian Premier & Chief Health Officer

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula has written an open letter to the Victorian Premier and Chief Health Officer to request the Mornington Peninsula be urgently included in regional Victorian-level restrictions in the new roadmap to reopening.

Mornington Peninsula unworthy of metropolitan public transport investment

Disappointingly, there are no recommendations for significant improvements to public transport for the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria's Infrastructure Strategy 2021- 2051 released yesterday, despite this being one of the Peninsula's most significant infrastructure deficits.

If the Mornington Peninsula is unworthy of metropolitan public transport investment in the next 30 years, according to the Victorian Government’s key infrastructure advisers, then the legitimacy of our current metropolitan classification is once again thrown into serious question.

Trapped traders demand more support after being crushed by multiple lockdowns

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula says Mornington Peninsula traders are begging for a lifeline after again being left in lockdown as restrictions are eased in regional Victoria.

Read the full Herald Sun South East Leader article here: https://tinyurl.com/4s7rd8ct

Crisis Support for Mornington Peninsula Employers and Employees under Lockdown 6

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula is urging the Federal and Victorian Governments to provide additional financial support for communities under lockdown restrictions, including those on the Mornington Peninsula.

Yesterday’s announcement of a reinstated border between metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria means that from today, the Mornington Peninsula will once again be subjected to ongoing lockdown restrictions despite having no active cases and our last listed exposure site being 15 days old.

A New Classification for the Mornington Peninsula? Addressing Economic Disadvantage

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula welcomes the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s move to investigate a possible reclassification of the Mornington Peninsula from the current metropolitan designation.

We welcome the Council’s attention to this issue to enable a collaborative solution to ultimately address the Peninsula’s economic disadvantage, which the Committee has focused on since 2019.

Response to Victorian Budget 2021-22

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula is disappointed that the Mornington Peninsula received just 0.09 per cent of the funding announced for our neighbours in greater Geelong in this year’s State Budget.

$424,000 of new funding was announced for the Mornington Peninsula whilst $463.43 million of new funding was announced for Greater Geelong, which has the same enrolled population as the Mornington Peninsula.

After extended and repeated metropolitan Melbourne lockdowns, the CfMP would have expected more support for our local businesses and public assets and services to help the Mornington Peninsula to recover, however no new funding was announced for our local hospitals, schools, TAFE, parks, roads or public transport services in this Budget.

Disappointingly, new taxes will be imposed on major employers on the Mornington Peninsula and our residential and commercial properties will be taxed at a higher rate as businesses and property owners attempt to recover from the economic impacts of COVID-19.

We remain hopeful that over the coming months, the Victorian Government will announce local funding initiatives for the Mornington Peninsula from the state-wide funding programs announced in this State Budget.

Herald Sun Article - Shutting Down is a Poor Fix

This unpredictability of government decision-making contributes to the general unease in the community about unforeseeable restrictions that could be imposed upon Victorians at any moment.

The lack of a clear and consistent approach to reopening and locking down Victorian communities erodes business and consumer confidence to plan, resulting in damaging effects to local economies, community mental health outcomes and the reputation of Victoria as the place to be.

Long-term Covid Readiness Plan Essential for Victorian Cities and Regions

Victorian members of the Committees for Cities and Regions are calling on the Victorian Government to actively consult with the community to develop a long-term Covid readiness plan for Victorian cities and regions.

As Victoria faces another long weekend under lockdown-style conditions, the Committees are calling for a common set of publicly available and industry-informed standards to be applied to decision-making on Covid restrictions in Victoria.

MORNINGTON PENINSULA WINERIES DRIVE AWAY THE COVID BLUES

With us all the time, through all seasons and despite Covid restrictions, are Mornington Peninsula’s skilled winemakers.

Cellar door visits are always popular, and even when Covid restrictions limit opportunities to browse and taste, the product of the region’s winemakers is still available.  If we can’t go to them, they’ll come to us.

Let’s face it - a lovely Pinocchio from Crittenden Wines or a Red Fox Pinot Noir from Foxeys Hangout are just the thing to help ease the Covid blues.  

Response to Fourth Lockdown on the Mornington Peninsula

Response to Fourth Round of Restrictions for Mornington Peninsula

Response to Federal Budget on the Mornington Peninsula

Vale Frank Costa AO

Appointment of Zoe McKenzie to Committee of Management

CfMP Welcomes Cr Susan Bissinger as the Newest Nepean Ward Councillor

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula welcomes the election of Cr Susan Bissinger as a Nepean Ward Councillor, as announced today by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council.

Member Briefing and Networking Event

Committee for Mornington Peninsula members were invited to gather for first time since COVID restrictions began to launch our Post-COVID Plan for the Peninsula.

Committee for Mornington Peninsula Post-COVID Plan for the Peninsula

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula is excited to release our Post-COVID Plan for the Peninsula, officially launched at our Members Event on Thursday 25 March.

Based on our foundational policy pillars established in 2019, the Committee's revised Post-COVID Plan reflects emerging changes in long-term community needs due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19 on our region's economy.

This Plan will form the structure of our ongoing advocacy to government at all levels for improved investment and policy outcomes for the Mornington Peninsula.

You can view a copy of the Plan here:

Farewell to the Hon Bruce Billson from the Committee for Mornington Peninsula

11 March 2021

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula congratulates the Hon Bruce Billson on his appointment as Australia’s Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.

Reignited Push for Regional Designation for Mornington Peninsula

Following the Premier's confirmation that if Lockdown 3 were to be extended, he would once again divide regional Victoria and metropolitan Melbourne, the Committee for Mornington Peninsula has again called for the Peninsula to be considered regional.

Read the full Herald Sun Leader article below.

Response to Premier's Announcement of Third Lockdown

Today’s announcement by the Premier of a third lockdown is a devastating blow to Victorian communities and businesses, including those on the Mornington Peninsula.

Planning for Melbourne's Green Wedges and Agricultural Land Review

Mornington Peninsula's Inclusion In Regional VIC Tourism Support Scheme

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula commends the Victorian Government’s decision to include the region in the $28 million regional Victoria voucher scheme as part of this week’s Budget.

No clarity from the Government on restrictions for the Mornington Peninsula

At Tuesdays COVID-19 update the Premier Daniel Andrews told journalists he would have announcements to make tomorrow regarding the Mornington Peninsula – unfortunately the only announcements made on Wednesday related to roadblocks and the Mornington Peninsula continues to be in “no man’s land”.

Mornington Peninsula businesses beyond frustrated about the Andrews Government not providing a fair playground

Today Daniel Andrews announced that despite Geelong having 59 active cases, Colac Otway having 76 active case, and the Mornington Peninsula having just 14 active cases, local Geelong and Colac Otway businesses can continue to trade but not the businesses on the Mornington Peninsula. 

Local ‘Think Tank’ survey shows community support for the Baxter Rail Project

A recent survey undertaken by the Committee for Mornington Peninsula (CfMP) showed that of the 191 respondents, 87% supported the electrification of the rail line from Frankston to Baxter.

Recording - CfMP Jobkeeper & Jobseeker Webinar

Please find link below to our recent Jobkeeper & Jobseeker webinar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTsM5uS9C-E&feature=youtu.be

Local ‘Think Tank’ survey shows that education and training on the Peninsula requires significant investment

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula (CfMP) is currently undertaking a survey on local issues, and one of the early findings is the urgent need for improved training and education across the Peninsula. 

Push for regionalisation of Mornington Peninsula

An e-petition is live on the Victorian Parliament website.  We would encourage everyone to sign this petition and share it with your local networks.

MEDIA RELEASE: Regionalisation of Mornington Peninsula

COVID-19 demonstrates the need for regional designation for the Mornington Peninsula.

Yesterday's announcement that the Mornington Peninsula would be placed into lockdown, but not Geelong, is yet another example of the disparity of those who have regional designation and those that don’t.

Official stats point to heavy Peninsula job losses & need for action

Official data confirms the concerns of a local prosperity ‘think-tank’ that the nature of the Mornington Peninsula economy makes the area more ‘at risk’ for COVID-caused job losses and business closures and that decisive action is needed to reduce the impact on local livelihoods.

Peninsula 'Think Tank' Bolstered

The leadership of the regional group committed to lifting economic and social prosperity as a priority for the Mornington Peninsula has recently made key appointments.

 

CfMP submission to proposed MPSC 2020/21 budget

The CfMP recently made a submission to the proposed MPSC 2020/21 budget

Webinar recording- Commercial tenancies and support available during COVID-19

This webinar  will provide you with a clearer understanding of the impacts of COVID-19 on commercial tenancies and assistance that is available from the Victorian Small Business Commission.