More than 3,500 community members have helped shape the Mornington Peninsula Shire's long-term plans, giving Council a clear direction for the Peninsula's future.
On 30 October, Council adopted the Financial Plan 2025–26 to 2035–36 and Asset Plan 2025–26 to 2035–36. Together with the Council Plan and Public Health and Wellbeing Plan, these plans outline the outcomes the community wants and how Council will deliver them.
The Financial Plan sets the foundation for Council's long-term financial sustainability, while the Asset Plan outlines how Council will maintain and renew community assets.
Financial Plan and Asset Plan highlights:
- Over $26 million in savings identified in recent years, including $10 million in the 2025–26 Budget.
- $515 million will be invested in capital works over the next 10 years, prioritising renewal and maintenance of existing assets.
- $1.387 billion projected investment in infrastructure over the next 10 years.
Why it matters
Like all Victorian councils, the Shire is balancing rising costs, ageing infrastructure, and increasing responsibilities from other levels of government. At the same time, we know many in our community are feeling the impact of cost-of-living pressures. These plans aim to deliver the services and infrastructure residents rely on while remaining financially sustainable.
The adopted plans are available at mornpen.vic.gov.au/ourdirection.
Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Anthony Marsh:
"The adoption of these final two plans marks an important milestone for our Council and community. Together, they set a clear and balanced direction for how we'll plan, invest and deliver for the Peninsula over the coming years."
"Thank you to everyone who took part in shaping these plans. Your ideas, insights and feedback have helped us create a strong foundation for our future."
