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4th, 5th and 6th May 2010.Challenge yourself or your friends at the inaugural Mornington Peninsula 54 Hole Tournament - Graded Championship for Men and Women. Playing on three of the region’s finest courses: Moonah Links, Flinders Golf Club and the Mornington Golf Club.

Link to the Golf Mornington Peninsula website

Download the Tournament entry form here

Pre registration CLOSED. Registrations now taking place on the day.

For further information contact the Mornington Peninsula Shire's Events Department on 5950 1766.

Mornington Peninsula Shire is continuing to take a ‘No Entertainment-No Nonsense’ approach for the upcoming New Year’s Eve on the peninsula, working in partnership with a community-based steering committee, police and residents to reduce the negative impact of celebrations in the area.

The approach assists in providing a safe environment for holiday makers and residents.

We are working to make the peninsula a safe place for people to enjoy the New Year period, and to do this there will be no organised public entertainment or fireworks, bans on drinking alcohol in public places and a high police presence on the peninsula.

No public events or activities – all venues pre-ticketed
There are no organised public events on the peninsula over the New Year period. Venues operating on New Year’s Eve will only be accessible to people who have pre-purchased tickets.

Fireworks
Fireworks are completely prohibited.

Fire Safety
People are reminded to be extremely vigilant of fires, and be particularly fire-safe on the peninsula. More information about fire safety can be found at: www.cfa.vic.gov.au or www.dse.vic.gov.au

Bus Service – Portsea to Safety Beach
A $10.00, one-way only bus service will operate from Portsea to Safety Beach every half hour from Portsea Hotel to Marine Drive, Safety Beach from midnight to 3am. No drop offs are permitted in Sorrento. Tickets can be purchased onboard, and security guards will be present at all times.

Car Parking
Parking restrictions apply in Sorrento along the foreshore from 8am and at the Rye Pier car parks from approximately 4pm (or at Police discretion) on New Year’s Eve. No road closures are expected.

Emergencies/Incidents
In the event of an emergency call: 000.

Camping
No camping is permitted in any public parks or reserves, and all camping in permitted foreshore areas is fully booked.

Liquor Laws
Apply from 9.00pm December 30 to 12.00am January 1, and will be enforced by Victoria Police. Possession of sealed and unsealed containers of liquor in public places is prohibited (unless being transported from point of sale to a vehicle or private residence for consumption). Possession of any glass container while in a public place is also prohibited.

Rye Carnival
Rye Carnival will be closed on New Year’s Eve (day and night).

For further information please contact the Shire on: 1300 850 600.

No Entertainment No Nonsense Flier

Snorkel with sea dragons, Sea kayak, Beach hikes, Discover Scuba diving and more...

Click here for the full Bayplay school holiday program

The new development at Port Phillip Estate’s offers a range of exciting new offerings in dining, winery and cellar door experiences on the Mornington Peninsula. The building’s curved façade features a limestone-rammed earth design and looks beautiful taking in views of the surrounding bushland, vines and the coast. Using sustainable passive building design, the winery also features recycled water and solar heating for water. Chef Simon West and Winemaking Sandro Mosele are busy planning the ‘Perfect Peninsula Lunch’ for the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival in March. For more information go to our events section on www.visitmornigtonpeninsula.org.

Your ticket to three spectacular garden icons of the Mornington Peninsula. The Gardens Pass is great value; with savings of more than 30%.

HOW TO BUY
Click the Online Shopping Button at right...

Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens.
The oldest and most famous traditional hedge maze in the southern hemisphere. 4,000+ lavender plants with more than 50 varieties flowering all year round. The fragrant rose maze, water gardens, cafe and much more.
Australian Garden.
Celebrate the beauty of over 100,000 Australian plants. Be amazed by the Red Sand Garden and Rockpool Waterway. Learn how your home garden can be just as great...
Heronswood Garden & Dining.
Stroll 2 hectares of gardens with perennial borders, breathtaking sea views and historic buildings. Be dazzled by the vegetable parterre featuring heirloom plantings. Dine in Australia's only rammed earth thatched-roof cafe.

Gather up some fresh harvest goodies and head out into the fresh air to enjoy an alfresco picnic.
Wander through glorious gardens and find your place in the Autumn sun.

Indulge yourself at a series of special events designed to delight your senses.

Head to the flags at Flinders and taste a showcase of wines at the annual Piers
and Pinots celebration.

As more events and activities join the program we will continue to upload a new brochure...

Click here to download the current program...

ONLINE REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN!

Run alone, with a friend, with a team - challenge yourself and have fun!

10km and 6km events - Early Bird Registrations close 18/01/2010.

**10km Run
Start time: 8.30am
Starts near the Coast Guard Building, Safety Beach opposite Victoria Street. Mel Ref: D12

**6km Dromana Pier Walk / Run
Start time: 8.45am
Starting at Dromana Pier you will run or walk towards Rosebud. Running along the Foreshore, Bay Trail, Pt Nepean Road and the Boardwalk. Mel Ref: 159 H5

Both events finishing at Village Green, Rosebud. Mel Ref: 158 D12. The course will be clearly marked with drink stations on route.

Age & Team Categories: - Under 13 & Under 16 (6km entries only)
- Open
- Veterans 45+
- Male
- Female
- Sporting Clubs
- Running Clubs

Early Bird Registrations close 18/01/2010. All early bird registrations receive a free event singlet.
Entries on the day do not include a singlet, they can be purchased at an additional cost of $10 each.

TO REGISTER ONLINE - CLICK HERE

This award winning tour company offers easy access direct to some of the best attractions and activities on the Mornington Peninsula. Bunyip Tours now host daily tours from Melbourne.

Download the 'Bunyip Tours' Brochure Here

V.I.P. evening - Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento
Friday 13 November
5 to 9pm
Exclusive Deals & Promotions
Discounts & Giveaways
Entertainment & Wine Tasting
Unique Gifts Boutique Fashion
Coastal Interiors
Original Art Gourmet Food & Wine
Take the hassle out of shopping this Christmas!
For further details contact Natalie Garner on 0424 000 391 or email: chamber@sorrento.org.au

DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE HERE

One Road - Two Days - Nine Secrets

Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 October
(Part of October Art Food Wine)

Travel along Shoreham Road and discover artisan secrets rarely available to the public at:
Pier 10 Winery, Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens, Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove, Tuck's Ridge, Max's at Red Hill Estate, Red Hill Brewery, Michael Leeworthy's Art Studio, Red Hill Cellars, The Long Table Bar and Dining Room.

Bookings are essential for most events. Please call ahead to check availability.

Download the Shoreham Road Secrets brochure here

Spring brings an exciting breath of fresh and creative air to the Mornington Peninsula with the October Art Food Wine program of events and activities.

Come and join us for fabulous festivals, exhibitions and other art experiences as well as great food and wine events right across the entire Peninsula.

The annual Hinterland Scarecrow Festival offers a whimsical and unique way to explore the region – just pick up a Trail Map and discover the hidden gems of the countryside.

Art on the walls, in the gardens and even on the body can be found in the many participating galleries, plus you can even explore a Studio Trail and have the opportunity to meet with some of the region’s great artists.

Travel along Shoreham Road – where in two days, on one road, nine secrets will be revealed at wineries, galleries and gardens…

There’s so much more, you're sure to find an art, food or wine experience for you to enjoy.

Click here to download a copy of the October Art Food Wine program for 2009

Seven Mornington Peninsula Golf Courses feature in the Australian Golf Digest's "Australia's Top 100 Courses."
#8 The National (Moonah course)
#12 The National (Old course)
#14 Moonah Links (Legends course)
#17 Moonah Links (Open course)
#25 The Dunes
#47 The National(Ocean course)
#49 Portsea

Laze by cosy fires, sip warming red wines and savour slow cooked
regional food.




ENJOY AN ABUNDANCE OF FOOD AND WINE...

At selected restaurants, cafes and attractions you will find a table rich with local gourmet produce matched with Peninsula wines.






Savour the atmosphere from fine dining to casual relaxation.


TAKE TIME TO UNWIND...

Choose from coastal or country locations. Boutique hotels with day spa, welcoming B&B’s, sun-filled beach apartments, historic 19th century cottages or hillside suites with extraordinary views over Port Phillip or Western Port Bay.

Click here for a copy of the full Winter Indulgence Program