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  Mornington Peninsula   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Mornington Peninsula is a peninsula located south-east of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia, surrounded by Port Phillip Bay and Bass Strait.
Mornington Tourist Railway Operates trains on a regular basis between Moorooduc and Mornington.
Mornington Peninsula Alpaca Breeders' Association Aims to inform the public about these animals and the future of the industry.
www.serebella.com /encyclopedia/article-Mornington_Peninsula.html   (305 words)

  
 Only Melbourne
The Mornington Peninsula offers residents a network of towns and villages in which to settle, each with a distinctive character from the thriving township of Mornington to the sleepy hollow of Flinders or the seaside village of Sorrento.
Residential construction is booming on the Peninsula, with the Shire recording the third highest residential construction activity in the state after Casey and Brimbank.
The Mornington Peninsula is approximately 723 square kilometres in size and the Department of Infrastructure indicates that at 1996 it had a population of approximately 118,000 people, with a population density of 176.8 people per square kilometre.
www.onlymelbourne.com.au /print.php?id=2466   (1234 words)

  
 Morningtonweb the guide to accommodation on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Mornington Peninsula is the first choice for many, the accommodation is varied and there is something to suit all budgets, from coastal and inland caravan and camping parks to luxury bed & breakfast accommodation.
The Mornington Peninsula is located in Victoria Australia; just an hour's drive from Melbourne CBD and its mild climate all year round has made it a favourite holiday destination for visitors from all over the state and overseas.
The Mornington Peninsula is recognised as one of Australia's most important wine growing regions, with over 40 wineries that have cellar door and restaurant facilities it is a must do when visiting the Peninsula.
www.morningtonweb.com   (511 words)

  
 Walkabout - Mornington
Mornington is situated on high ground adjacent and overlooking Port Phillip Bay, 52 km south of Melbourne's CBD via the Nepean Highway.
Mornington features some fine residences on Beleura Hill, some quality eatries, a good range of shops, cafes, galleries, boutiques, antique and craft stores in Main St, a regional art gallery, highly scenic cliff-top walking trails and lookouts, and a boat harbour with a jetty, a boat-launching ramp and a yacht club.
The Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery is located in a sandstone building in Civic Reserve at the corner of Dunns Rd and Tyabb Rd (inland from the coast).
www.walkabout.fairfax.com.au /theage/locations/VICMornington.shtml   (3165 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council - Portsea - Suburbs & Shires - Melbourne Online - Only Melbourne
The Mornington Peninsula has been captivating visitors for more than 100 years and there is still no doubt why the region is such a popular year-round destination.
The Mornington Peninsula is also home to the Mornington Peninsula National Park, attracting 2.8 million visitors a year and making it the most visited National Park in Victoria.
The Mornington Peninsula Shire is located just over an hour's drive away from the city, on 'Melbourne's 'doorstep', and is often described as 'Melbourne's playground'.
www.onlymelbourne.com.au /melbourne_details.php?id=2466   (1258 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Mornington Peninsula Shire is home to approximately 130,000 people, increasing to more than 180,000 during the peak summer period.
The Peninsula is very diverse - the population mix has higher proportions of both older and younger people than the Melbourne average; parts of the Peninsula have high levels of unemployment and welfare dependency, while others are among the most affluent in the state.
The Mornington Peninsula Council is at the forefront of sustainability in local government in Australia, having made the commitment to a Sustainable Peninsula in early 2001.
www.lgma.org.au /national/LGMOctNov2003/Councilinfocus_OctNov03.htm   (1656 words)

  
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The population of Mornington Peninsula Shire was heavily concentrated in services employment in 2001, with the largest industries including wholesale and retail trade, education, health and community services and finance, insurance and business services.
The Economic Development Unit of Mornington Peninsula Shire Business Support team has the primary role of identifying, facilitating and promoting appropriate and sustainable economic development opportunities, while recognising the unique environment of the Mornington Peninsula.
The Economic Development Unit of the Shire is responsible for the development of a number of different policies that may have an impact on the economy of the Mornington Peninsula.  
www.business.channel.vic.gov.au /bc/lgicbc.nsf/BCView/95024BE32A0B59D14A256AAD0017B048?OpenDocument   (610 words)

  
 Peninsula Wine Country -- Mornington by the sea
The seaside township of Mornington is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Mornington Peninsula — and for many good reasons.
The pier, first built in the 1850s was an important addition to the commercial wellbeing of the Shire, providing a safe anchorage for ships carrying produce to the busy markets of Melbourne - and for steamships from the city bringing holiday makers to the many guesthouses and hotels of Mornington.
The adjacent Mothers Beach the main swimming area in the centre of town and aptly named for its shallow waters (suitable for children), is a favourite spot with picnic tables and barbecues under shady foreshore cypress trees.
www.visitor.com.au /pwc/mornington.html   (672 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Like much of Australia there have been plantings of wine grapes recently and the region's cool-climate varieties pinot noir) are quite highly regarded.
A landscape assessment of the southern Mornington Peninsula, Victoria: A report to the Western Port Regional Planning Authority (Publication - Centre...
Peninsula perspectives: Vegetation on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria
www.freeglossary.com /Mornington_Peninsula   (314 words)

  
 Oliver Hume Real Estate Group - Mornington Peninsula   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Shire of Mornington Peninsula, located between Port Phillip Bay and Western Port Bay, is approximately 50 kilometres southeast of central Melbourne.
With a total area in excess of 720 square kilometres (and a coastline extending for more than 190 kilometres), the Shire is bounded by Port Phillip Bay to the west, Western Port Bay to the east and the City of Frankston to the north.
The Peninsula itself consists of more than 20 townships, ranging from key centres such as Mornington, Somerville Hastings, Dromana and Rosebud, through to small towns and coastal villages such as Red Hill and Flinders.
www.oliverhume.com.au /l_mornpren.html   (486 words)

  
 property review.com.au | Medallist and Norman feel shire’s bite   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council voted unanimously against the Cape Schanck development leaving Norman’s company great White Shark Enterprises and Macquarie Bank’s leisure arm Medallist set to appeal to a higher authority.
The shire, however, refused to grant the development a permit claiming the proposal was contrary to its planning overlay.
Members of the affluent action group claimed the Mornington Peninsula already had too many golf courses with 29 on the peninsula south of Frankston.
www.propertyreview.com.au /archives/2004/12052004/headline/12052004005.html   (247 words)

  
 Frankston Spider Orchid (Caladenia robinsonii G.W.Carr) Recovery Plan 1999 - 2003   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
A Reserve Friends Group has been established, and is working in cooperation with the Shire of Mornington Peninsula (the reserve owner) on a conservation program for the orchid and its habitat, undertaking weed control and habitat protection work in order to reduce the threats faced by the orchid.
The Shire of Mornington Peninsula will be responsible for planning and implementation of this action, with assistance from NRE and the Country Fire Authority.
Shire of Mornington Peninsula will be responsible for implementing and maintaining control procedures and fixtures such as soil traps.
www.deh.gov.au /biodiversity/threatened/publications/recovery/c-robinsonii   (9785 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council - Agreements Database Organisation
Summary Information: The Mornington Peninsula Shire is home to more than 120,000 people, swelling to over 180,000 during the summer peak period.
Many people are attracted to the Mornington Peninsula by the lifestyle - a blend of country and seaside living.
The peninsula itself is a boot shaped promontory which separates Port Phillip and Western Port Bays.
www.atns.net.au /biogs/A000794b.htm   (118 words)

  
 Robin Cooper: Member for Mornington: Electorate   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Mornington electorate is located about 46 kilometres south east of Melbourne on the Mornington Peninsula.
Local government in the Mornington electorate is provided by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council.
The Mornington electorate covers the northern end of the Mornington Peninsula, and its boundary starts approximately 50 kilometres to the south-east of Melbourne, the capital city of Victoria.
home.vicnet.net.au /~rcooper/electrat.htm   (359 words)

  
 Shire of Mornington Peninsula - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Shire of Mornington Peninsula is a Local Government Area in Victoria, Australia.
It is located to the south of the city Melbourne on the Mornington Peninsula.
List of localities (Victoria) for other Melbourne suburbs and municipalities.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Shire_of_Mornington_Peninsula   (98 words)

  
 Integrated technology solution for the Mornington Peninsula Shire has business up and running
Mornington Peninsula Shire, a Victorian local government council, was formed in 1994 through the amalgamation of three smaller councils.
With the connectivity between SQL Server and Office, the council can feel confident that information from the many lines of business is secured from one source.
This integrated system allows for data to be entered once rather than multiple times, and allows the council to build a history of interaction with those people living in the shire.
www.microsoft.com /australia/business/casestudy/studies/mornington_peninsula.aspx   (1171 words)

  
 Mornington information & attractions - Travel Victoria Accommodation Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Mornington is popular sea-side holiday destination, situated on Melbourne's Mornington Peninsula, fronting Port Phillip Bay, and located between the exclusive beachside suburbs of Mount Eliza and Mount Martha.
Mornington has a long history dating back to 1802 when explorer Matthew Flinders landed at Schnapper Point.
Mornington has a number of attractive beaches, some of which are located at the base of rocky cliffs which dominate part of the coastline in this area.
www.motelsvictoria.com.au /mornington   (197 words)

  
 National Trust of Australia (Victoria) - Mornington Peninsula Branch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Our second Public Program was Open Heritage on the Mornington Peninsula, which opened a number of historic houses and buildings to both residents and visitors to experience some of our extensive built heritage, which dates from the 1840s.
The Briars Homestead and adjacent land is owned with the local Shire on a 50/50 basis, but with the Shire having sole responsibility for its management.
The Branch has close contact with the Heritage Planner at the Shire, receives two dozen newsletters from other heritage organisations, is a member of the Combined Historical Societies of the Mornington Peninsula, and enjoys a very close working relationship with Head Office.
www.nattrust.com.au /info.asp?pg=morn_pen   (856 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula - Australian wine regions - Wine Diva Australia
Mornington Peninsula is famous for its bay beaches as well as its Chardonnay and Pinot
Staying on the Peninsula is easy because there are so many quality accommodation services to choose from that suit varying budgets.
The Mornington has some great wine events including Peninsula Piers and Pinots in March, Red Hill and Sorrento Long Lunches also in March, Winter Wine Weekend in June and for Pinot lovers a Pinot Noir Celebration in February.
www.winediva.com.au /regions/mornington-peninsula.asp   (599 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula Shire: Community Profile
The Mornington Peninsula Shire Community Profile includes results from the 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing.
The Mornington Peninsula Shire Community Profile is designed to inform community groups, Council, investors, business, students and the general public.
To achieve this, the Profile is formatted to present the data in simple, clear tables and charts with concise factual commentary.
www.id.com.au /mornpen/commprofile?WardID=120&MnID=8&PgID=2&CatID=2   (191 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula Bed and Breakfast
Victoria's Mornington Peninsula is little more than an hour's drive from Melbourne.
The Peninsula, over the last decade or so, has bloomed into a wine and gourmet food lovers mecca.
Where once the Mornington Peninsula was a prime destination for seaside family holidays, it now also has rolling vineyards, outstanding restaurants and brilliant retreats for couples who are seeking an indulgent getaway from the usual weekday stresses.
www.greatplacestostay.com.au /mornington   (473 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula Business Directory & Community Resource - MorningtonPeninsula.com.au
The beautiful and picturesque Mornington Peninsula is an an easy 1 hour drive from Melbourne, the capital city of Victoria, Australia.
The Mornington Peninsula attracts many visitors each year both locally and internationally, with drawcards such as famous golf courses, the natural beauty of our continuous coastine, the relaxed Summer feel, our rich history, fishing and other water recreation.
The Peninsula has an abundance of accommodation ranging from self contained right through to top of the class with spectacular views of the water.
www.morningtonpeninsula.com.au   (327 words)

  
 Mornington Pensinsula Victoria travel information for Unique Places To Stay
With Phillip Island to its east and Melbourne to its north, the Mornington Peninsula can be reached from the west via the rather enchanting option of a ferry ride.
Covering 2,686ha, the Morning-ton Peninsula National Park has diverse coastal environments ranging from the basalt cliffs at Cape Schanck to the native bushland of Greens Bush and the roaring surf of Gunnamatta.
The Park at Point Nepean, part of the Mornington Peninsula National Park, was Victoria's first quarantine station established in 1852.
www.uniqueplacestostay.com.au /destinations/mornington_peninsula.htm   (1197 words)

  
 Peninsula Hockey Centre
Funding of $1.1 million to construct the facility was contributed by Frankston City Council, Mornington Peninsula Shire, Sports and Recreation Victoria, Monash University, Monash Student Union (MONSU) and local hockey clubs.
The Peninsula Hockey Centre is also a multipurpose facility and has been used by other sports such as Cricket, Gridiron, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer and Touch.
The Frankston Hockey Club (FHC), established in 1973, is a regional based hockey club located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria catering for junior, senior and veteran players.
sport.monash.edu.au /peninsula-hockey-centre.html   (261 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional: Oceania: Australia: Victoria: Municipalities: Mornington Peninsula Shire   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Mornington Peninsula Alpaca Breeders' Association - Aims to inform the public about these animals and the future of the industry.
Mornington Peninsula Libraries - Library with several branches servicing the Mornington Peninsula.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council - Features information about the council, community services, reports, and townships within the shire.
dmoz.org /Regional/Oceania/Australia/Victoria/Municipalities/Mornington_Peninsula_Shire   (182 words)

  
 Guide U UK Australia : Victoria : Municipalities : Mornington Peninsula Shire   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Alpaca breeders on the Mornington Peninsula own around 300 Alpacas between them; we are aiming to inform the public about these beautiful animals and the future of the industry.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council represents the people and the community of the Mornington Peninsula
Nepean Net is an excellent place to start, including a map, if you would like to find out information about where to stay, what to do, where to eat, or where to pick up some of the world famous peninsula wines.
www.250000.co.uk /global/Australia/Victoria/Municipalities/Mornington_Peninsula_Shire/index.html   (260 words)

  
 Mornington Peninsula - Wikitravel
Mornington Peninsula lies south of Melbourne, Australia forming the eastern side of Port Phillip Bay.
Car/passenger ferries cross the mouth of Port Phillip Bay between Sorrento and Queenscliff on the Bellarine Peninsula.
Mornington Peninsula National Park runs from Pt Nepean to Cape Schanck.
wikitravel.org /en/Mornington_Peninsula   (346 words)

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