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.

$1500 JobKeeper Payment - What You Need To Know & How to Get it!

The JobKeeper subsidy represents the largest single stimulus initiative ever offered to Australian business. A payment of $1,500 per fortnight for each eligible employee for a period of up to 6 months is a massive underwrite of the Australian economy and already hundreds of thousands of businesses have registered their interest to participate in the scheme.

Support for Our Local Businesses

We're all feeling the effects of coronavirus right now, especially with the way that we shop and pay for goods and services.
These changes are clearly taking a toll on many local small businesses, who rely on the revenue from their regular customers to pay for staff, rent and even stock.
But in what small way can we, as individuals, also help?
How can we support our favourite business while we're socially distancing?

Go online or pick up the phone

With Victoria opting to shut down non-essential services, quite a few local small businesses are adapting by offering online delivery services for the first time or by offering special deals. Please see below for some of the deals currently being offered by our members. 

Blue Mini 
Blue Mini is currently open 7am - 2pm for take away coffee and take away meals. There is also a 'mini mart' for basic essentials like milk, eggs, toilet paper, pasta, coffee beans etc (subject to availability). We are encouraging people to call ahead (5981 2520) for easy payment to grab and go. 

Crittenden Wines 
Because we've got to keep moving- our knowledgable, friendly and talented staff are making guaranteed next day wine delivery around the Mornington Peninsula with our 15% off and free delivery offer.  If your not local, you can still access free delivery, but it will be with Aus Post instead. Use our special code: DELIVERMEWINE when ordering six or more bottles to apply the offer. 

Foxey's Hangout
Usually the Foxey van delivers wine to Peninsula restaurants. In these interesting times, its delivering wine (and food!) to Peninsula residents. For free ( and contact free) same-day delivery, give us a call (03) 5989 2022. We will take your order and card details and drop outside your door. All we need is a minimum half-dozen order  (tell us if you want it chilled). If you would like some Mother Mary Bakes Bread of other Foxey food well bring that too, just ask. 



Green Olive at Red Hill
Even though you can’t come to the farm at the moment, that doesn’t mean that the farm can’t come to you! We are having a huge sale on our body products with some items selling for more than 50% off their RRP and free shipping on all body product purchases over $50! We are also offering free delivery to your door when you purchase a pack of 12 wines! Simply write which wines you’d like in the comments at checkout and wait for the wine to be delivered to your doorstep!

Shop our body products here: Visit Website

Shop our 12 packs of wine here: Visit Website

Martha's Table 
Enjoy quality dining at home without the hassle. Please call us on (03) 9617 5371 or place your order here. Visit Website
FREE delivery over $49 purchase. All of your favourite in one place

Martha's Table Grocer and Cellar is open 8am - 8pm daily.  Martha's Table Grocer and Cellar will continue to be open to provide you with every day essentials such as grocery products, ready to eat meals, sandwiches, pizzas, take away coffee, wine, beer and non alcoholic beverages. 

Mornington Mazda 
Visit Website

Visit Website


Peninsula Gas and Fuel 
Home delivery service of bbq cylinders - Next business day delivery on 9kg $25.00 & 4kg $20.00 to anywhere across the Mornington Peninsula. 

Also we have a petrol station that offers driveway service in the Rosebud Business Estate, Colchester Road

Pt Leo Estate
Our Cellar Door is open for all take-away wine purchases and take-away coffee only
7 days from 11am - 5pm
 15% OFF ALL IN-STORE AND ONLINE WINE PURCHASES
DISCOUNT CODE 'STOCKYOURCELLAR15%'
Visit Website

*This discount cannot be used in conjunction with the Wine Club discount or with any other offer
25% OFF FOR WINE CLUB MEMBERS - JOIN OUR WINE CLUB TODAY

26 February 2020 -CfMP urges Infrastructure Australia ‘lift gaze’ beyond Frankston

The Committee for Mornington Peninsula (CfMP) is disappointed that the priority list released by Infrastructure Australia (IA) today doesn’t include a commitment for any infrastructure projects for the Mornington Peninsula.

Raising Boys with Steve Biddulph

Raising Boys with Steve Biddulph

Come and hear Steve's world famous talk, covering boys of all ages. How to raise sons who are kind, confident, and safe, boys and school, the importance of dads, what single mums can do, testosterone, the 3 stages of boyhood and how to have them go smoothly, boys and housework. This life-changing seminar is unforgettably moving and funny too. 
Toorak College in collaboration with the Committee for Mornington Peninsula and the Mornington Peninsula Foundation proudly present Steven Biddulph. 

Wednesday 4th March 2020, 7:00pm.
Mary Herring Hall, Toorak College, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
Tickets available via the book now button below
Adults $32 and Concession $25
For Concession tickets, please use the discount code "concession" below.

NB: We regretfully advise the presenter has requested that babies, including newborns, child and teens not be admitted to the session.

Raising Girls with Steve Biddulph

Raising Girls with Steve Biddulph
Covering girls of all ages, this powerful, funny and moving talk will help you raise your daughters to be wise, warm, and strong. The five stages of girlhood, the importance of dad, the special role of aunties & how to avoid her growing up too fast. Steve Biddulph is one of the world's best loved parenting speakers and authors. 
Toorak College in collaboration with the Committee for Mornington Peninsula and the Mornington Peninsula Foundation proudly present Steven Biddulph. 

Tuesday 3rd March 2020, 7:00pm.
Mary Herring Hall, Toorak College, Mount Eliza VIC 3930


Tickets available via the book now button below
Adults $32 and Concession $25
For Concession tickets, please use the discount code "concession" below.


NB: We regretfully advise the presenter has requested that babies, including newborns, child and teens not be admitted to the session. 

C4MP Member Breakfast

Committee for Mornington Peninsula

Member Breakfast Briefing

‘Surplus to requirement’ Special Use Port-Related industrial land rezoning

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Martha’s Table at Martha Cove

7:30am - 9.30am

Hear about the recently released Port of Hastings review of the 3,500 ha of land zoned for future port development, parcels identified as ‘surplus’ to any conceivable future requirement and C4MP’s advocacy for the land to become available to meet the need for current and future employment-generating development.

Speakers:
Malcolm Greier, CEO Port of Hastings
Brian Haratsis, Chairman, Macroplan

Contribute to C4MP’s research and initial advocacy focus of rezone the ‘surplus’ Port-related land to the east of Somerville to a high-value technology precinct with marine industries as a cornerstone

RSVP by Monday, November 25 please to assist with event preparations.