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Rubbish & Recycling

Find your bin day, local tip (resource recovery centre) or hopper, waste disposal guide and more.

Report a Problem

Raise your concerns with potholes, rubbish, graffiti and more through our online Report It portal.

Pay Online

Pay online for rates, animal registration renewals, fines and more

Building and Planning

Find out more about our Building and Planning processes

Business Support

Delivering a range of services to assist every stage of business development.

Book a campsite

Book a campsite at the Shire's Rosebud, Rye & Sorrento foreshore camping.

Animals & Pets

Access information about living with pets and animals on the Mornington Peninsula.

Major Projects

View information on the Shire's major projects such as street works, shops and more.

Careers at Council

If you are passionate about working for a progressive and innovative council, apply within.

News

Mayor’s Short Story Writing Awards set to uncover local talent

Published on 26 April 2024

Mornington Peninsula Shire proudly presents the Mayor’s Short Story Writing Awards for 2024.

Get your home ready for the cooler months and save on power bills

Published on 26 April 2024

The weather is cooling down, and many of us are waking up to cold houses in the morning. Did you know there’s plenty you can do to prepare your home for winter?

The Shire lights the way for a greener future and big savings!

Published on 24 April 2024

Works are about to begin to upgrade approximately 4,100 streetlights to efficient LED technology across the Shire. Old and inefficient road lights including mercury vapour, high pressure sodium and fluorescent streetlights will be replaced.
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Events

Autumn exhibitions at MPRG

27 April 2024

Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery has three new exhibitions on display until 12 May. Contemporary art, design and fashion come together in the JamFactory travelling exhibition New Exuberance: Contemporary Australian Textile Design. Also on show is New Wave 24, an annual showcase of local VCE and VCE VET students, as well as Sundance Studio, an exhibition of Flinders-based weaver Emma Shepherd.

Australian Native Plant Sale

27 April 2024

The Australian Plants Society Mornington Peninsula group is hosting its annual sale of Australian plants suited to Peninsula growing conditions. Local and regional growers will give you a great opportunity to buy from a wide range of native and indigenous plants; also short talks on planting, pruning, propagating and attracting wildlife, plus book sales.

Workshop: Learn about Art Journaling - Rosebud

29 April 2024

Recommended for adults

Learn the basics of making your own beginners art journal in the Creative Art Journaling workshop.
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What’s happening in my area?

My Neighbourhood

Discover your local events, parks, facilities, projects, Councillors, bin dates and more

Our Councillors

The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council is represented by 11 councillors, elected from six wards.

Have Your Say

Get involved! Have your say on a range of Shire plans, projects & activities.

Things to do on the Mornington Peninsula

Markets

A great way to discover the Peninsula's arts, crafts & local produce is at our celebrated markets

Parks and Reserves

Explore our large and diverse range of parks and reserves for sports, bushwalking and picnics.

Playgrounds

There are 145 playgrounds around the peninsula with a variety of play experiences and equipment

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