NEWS & MEDIA
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.
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
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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%'
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*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.
Small Business Friendly Council
MP Shire urged to make ‘Small Business Friendly Council’ commitment
The Committee for Mornington Peninsula (C4MP) is urging the local Shire to follow the lead of other Victorian local governments and commit
to becoming a ‘Small Business Friendly Council’.
C4MP is hosting a luncheon on October 28 at the Mornington Racing Club, where the Victorian Small Business Commissioner (VSBC), Judy
O'Connell, will outline the assistance her Office can provide local businesses, the advantages a ‘Small Business Friendly Council’
can bring and example of innovative approaches local government’s are deploying to support their business community.
Ms O'Connell address will include:
* The role and small business resource that is the Victorian Small Business Commissioner
* An Overview of the "Small Business-Friendly Council" initiative (and the process to support Council's living up to their Charter
commitments)
*Why Council's have chosen to participate and practial examples of local government initiatives to support small business
Tickets available via the book now button below
Members $75 and Non-Members $85
Ticket price includes 2 course luncheon and drinks at bar prices
Campaign for ‘regional designation’ for the Mornington Peninsula continues…
Following
the Committee for Mornington Peninsula’s presentation to the Victorian
Opposition’s Shadow Cabinet, awareness and momentum is building for our case
for change.
Media reporting of this key C4MP policy focus has generated further local
examples where the lumping in of the Mornington Peninsula with greater
Melbourne is disadvantaging local businesses and residents.
C4MP press for ‘regional’ designation for the Peninsula
The
formal designation of the Mornington Peninsula as a ‘regional’ rather than a
metropolitan community was a priority initiative presented to the Victorian
shadow cabinet by leading local advocacy group, Committee for Mornington
Peninsula.
The
C4MP group urged the Liberal National Party Shadow Ministers to recognise that
the Peninsula was not Melbourne and that successive State Government’s had
failed to distinguish the region from the metropolitan area.
C4MP support for Marine Precinct Report & Broader Technology and Industrial Park
The Committee for Mornington Peninsula welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council’s consultation on The Draft Marine Industry Precinct Economicy Analysis Report.
Successful C4MP member strategy workshop
The Committee for Mornington Peninsula’s first member workshop was held last week and attended by 15 or our 40-plus financial members at this time. Rosebud’s Blue Mini café provided an excellent meeting venue and hospitality (thank you Tracey).
C4MP welcomes 'small steps' in Port Strategy & urge 'early action'
The Committee for Mornington Peninsula (C4MP) has welcomed the release of the Port of Hastings Development Strategy and urged early action to implement its ‘modest recommendations’.
