Get ready for the highlight of the weekend—the Winter Wine Festival! This iconic and much-loved event brings together 38 of the Mornington Peninsula’s finest wineries, offering a rare chance to taste new vintages and special releases all in one place
There’s something undeniably special about autumn on the Mornington Peninsula - a season that wraps the region in warm hues and a sense of calm adventure. As the days grow cooler and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect invitation to slow down and savour the moment.
You have the opportunity to climb the 59 steps to the top of a fully operating 1859 lighthouse and see the magnificent first order lens still in use, feel the wind on the balcony, hear history stories about the lighthouse keepers, visit the museum displays, and explore the lighthouse precinct at this wild ocean location.
It all started with a late-night, 2am light bulb moment—a spark of inspiration that would take seven years to turn into reality. The dream? To create Victoria’s first dedicated craft rum distillery
Diamond Bay is a stunning ocean beach framed by towering sandstone cliffs. Its extensive rock platforms make it a popular surf fishing spot, offering more shelter than other coastal areas. The beach sits at the base of 30-meter-high bluffs, fronted by a reef and rocky surf zone.
Discover the historic Cape Schanck Lighthouse, a Mornington Peninsula icon since 1859, set within the stunning Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve in Mornington Peninsula National Park.
Nestled in the enchanting Weeroona Bay, Portsea Pier beckons visitors to its idyllic Front Beach. This charming spot features two platforms that serve...
Makers, Creators, Foodies and Explorers all head to this spectacular beachside street food and boutique handmade makers market with over 60 stalls. Wi...
Held on the first Saturday of the month from September to May, this vibrant market celebrates the Mornington Peninsula’s rich local culture and talent...
Cruden Farm is like a hidden gem, a magical blend of country charm nestled within the bustle of suburbia. Less than an hour from Melbourne, it feels like stepping into another world—a tranquil escape that seems as if it could last forever. Its 80-year evolution has made it a living masterpiece, a symphony of textures and colors where nature takes center stage.
Can you remember what you were doing in 1988? For some of you, you weren’t here. For others Australia celebrated its 200th anniversary, Australia’s new parliament house was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in Canberra, The Netherlands became the second country connected to the internet, Australia received access in 1989, and globally, CDs outsold vinyl records for the first time.