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.