MPB e-newsletter: May 2026 business highlights

The latest newsletter from MP Business covers upcoming events, sustainability programs, and important compliance reminders for local businesses on the Mornington Peninsula.

In this edition:

• Small Business Festival: Early bird tickets for the B.I.T.E. Business Conference on 5 August are on sale until 31 May.
• Cut your energy costs: SECCCA is hosting a free webinar on 21 May and an in-person workshop on 4 June.
• ATO Tax-Time Masterclasses: Free online sessions running May–June to help small businesses get on top of key tax topics.
• Global disruption support: Government resources to help businesses navigate fuel and supply chain cost pressures.
• Trim Your Bin: Limited spots remain in May for a free waste assessment to help reduce costs and improve sustainability.
• Soft plastics recycling: Local businesses can now drop off soft plastics at Mornington and Rye Resource Recovery Centres.
• Footpath trading audit: The Shire is auditing peninsula-wide footpath use; check if your business needs a Footpath Trading Permit.
  
  

Read the full newsletter here