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Peninsula Essence is a unique lifestyle and travel magazine for the Mornington Peninsula

Peninsula Essence is different to the other magazines circulating in the region. It is a unique lifestyle and travel magazine for the peninsula, with in-depth articles, great photography and fantastic reading on people and places on the peninsula. Professional photographers and writers present the essence of the peninsula in this quarterly magazine. Peninsula Essence is printed on heavier and brig

hter stock than the others on the market, offering the highest quality magazine in this region. It is considered the ultimate lifestyle & tourism magazine on the Peninsula.

06/02/2025

It’s the month dedicated to love! For centuries Valentine’s Day and all things that are hearts, roses and red have attached themselves to February. The colour red is always in fashion; denoting power, confidence and prosperity, and is often linked to royalty and status.

Read the full story in our February edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/love-all/

04/02/2025

At just 20 years old, Julie Gaspero received life-altering news: she tested positive for the BRCA1 gene, which significantly increases the risk of breast cancer. The revelation hit close to home—her father had already lost both his mother and sister to the disease. Julie and her family sought answers at The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre's familial cancer clinic and received the results that would forever change the trajectory of her health journey.

Read the full story in our February edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/the-c-word

03/02/2025

*What's On*

Don’t miss Ash Grunwald live this Friday at the Frankston Arts Centre.
Experience the magic of this legendary Australian storyteller, masterful slide guitarist, and soulful vocalist. It’s no wonder he’s called the happiest bluesman on Earth!

Tickets available

30/01/2025

Our February issue is here!

Grab your copy while you're out or enjoy it online.

▶️ https://bit.ly/PEFeb_25

23/01/2025

Mount Eliza horticulturalist Lisa Fitzgerald has dedicated her life to making the world a greener place and raising awareness about the importance of flora to the future of our planet. Now Lisa spends her time growing trees for koalas so that they have food and habitat.

Read the full story in our January edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/voice-for-nature/

22/01/2025

Owned by Stuart and Naomi McIntosh, Chief’s Son has been producing award-winning, hand-made Australian single malt whisky from their small batch distillery on the Mornington Peninsula for a decade. Stuart says, “Our family has a long history of distilling in Scotland and now in Australia”. “Both sides of the McIntosh family line have been producing whisky from as far back as 200 years ago.”

Read the full story in our January edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/in-good-spirits/

20/01/2025

Meat-Free Monday never looked so good! Whip up this mouthwatering Oyster Mushroom Vegan Shawarma from featuring the finest . 100% plant-based, and absolutely delicious! 💚

Find the recipe in our January edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/oyster-mushroom-vegan-shawarma/

16/01/2025

*𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗢𝗻*

The Summer Collector’s Show 2025 runs until February 2.

The Summer Collector’s show at Everywhen Art features an extensive range of outstanding works of founding artists and contemporary talents of First Nations art from 1997 to 2024.

Everywhen Art represents more than 40 Indigenous-owned art producing communities from around Australia. The exhibition includes a very wide range of styles and media including acrylics and ochres on canvas, bark paintings, works on paper, ceramics and sculpture and portrays the huge variety and depth of First Nations’ art.

Open Friday-Sunday | 11am-4pm

Artspace

15/01/2025

No one knows more about managing superstars than Terry Blamey AM. Terry managed Kylie Minogue to international stardom. So, what quality do you have to have to be successful? Terry says: “You need to have drive and integrity. They’re probably the two most important things".

Read the full story in our January edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/managing-success/

13/01/2025

Peninsula In Style - Things were loving this month:

Soft Roman blind in pearl
Wide huggies
Recliner chair

08/01/2025

*𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗢𝗻*
Peninsula Short Film Festival - Saturday, January 18 from 5pm

Held at the Village Green, Rosebud, the Peninsula Film Festival is Victoria's iconic annual film festival. Up to 20 shortlisted films are screened outdoors and judged live by a panel of celebrity judges. For tickets and more info visit

08/01/2025

Steve Vizard loves his stunning Arthurs Seat property so much that it takes a lot to get him to the city these days. But there is one thing that will make Steve and Sarah Vizard drop everything and hurry to Melbourne: their grandchildren, Poppy and Teddy.

Read the full story in our January edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/vintage-vizard/

06/01/2025

Facilitating success starts with great tools—and in fashion, that means curating a wardrobe that works for you. Make space for timeless staples that carry you confidently through the holidays and back to work. A little New Year shopping may be just the refresh you need!

For the best style tips, check out the InStyle article in our January edition or read it online now: https://peninsulaessence.com.au/new-year-no-fear/

02/01/2025

Mount Eliza artist/designer, Lea Oldjohn is a genuine trailblazer. She has taken the ancient textile art, macramé, once maligned as a 1970s fad and elevated it into something truly remarkable. Lea creates everything from practical everyday items to sculpture and one-of-a-kind handmade couture. All of it is fashioned out of rope and paper cord.

Read the full story in our January edition or online:
https://peninsulaessence.com.au/macrame-reimagined/

31/12/2024

Our January issue is here! Grab your copy while you're out or enjoy it online—perfect for your holiday reading. 📖✨

▶️ https://bit.ly/PEJan_25

26/12/2024

*𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗢𝗻*

Rye Summer Carnival - Jan 1-26
Celebrate 70 years of Wittingslow magic at the Rye Summer Carnival. This is more than just a carnival—it’s a memory-making, thrill-taking, laugh-out-loud tradition you won’t want to miss!

Wittingslow Carnivals

23/12/2024

This Christmas, may you find time to relax, recharge, and cherish the moments with loved ones. Whether you’re enjoying a peaceful beachside sunset or gathering around a table with friends and family, we hope this season brings joy, warmth, and a renewed sense of gratitude for the simple pleasures in life.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to serving you in the coming year with even more stories that reflect the spirit and beauty of our peninsula.

The team at Peninsula Essence and MPNG wishes you a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year.

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1/15 Wallis Drive
Hastings, VIC
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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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Merry Christmas

From the team at Peninsula Essence, we wish you happy and safe holidays and a very Merry Christmas! Thank you for your support during the year. We look forward to 2024 - and a wonderful year ahead.

Tickets are on sale for MPNG Easter Race Day at Mornington Racecourse, Sunday 9 April. Kids can indulge in the Easter Egg Hunt, rides and lawn activities. Plus, enjoy live music and delicious eats from food trucks! The day promises a perfect family fun outing. Book online and save. https://mrc.racing.com/calendar/2023-04-09/mpng-mornington-easter-race-day

The Highview Marquee has everything you need to soak up the party atmosphere from your trackside location this Neds Peninsula Cup Day, 30 October 2022. BOOK NOW! https://mrc.racing.com/dining/mornington/highview-marquee?utm_source=social&utm_medium=in-feed&utm_campaign=highview_marquee

November 2019

Our November 2019 issue will be out soon... enjoy ONLINE today! https://issuu.com/peninsulaessence/docs/essence_nov_2019_online_file?fr=sMGUzNjE0Mzg3Mw

Peninsula Essence July 2019

Enjoy July 2019 Peninsula Essence online now ... hard copy will be available next week. https://issuu.com/peninsulaessence/docs/essence_july_2019_low_res

Peninsula Essence May 2019

Our May 2019 mag will be hitting the streets soon, enjoy a sneak peek of our online edition... https://issuu.com/peninsulaessence/docs/essence_may_2019_lr

Peninsula Essence - April 2019

Love, love love the latest edition... Read it online now: https://issuu.com/peninsulaessence/docs/essence_april_2019_lr

Peninsula Essence March 2019

Peninsula Essence March 2019 - read it online today... https://issuu.com/peninsulaessence/docs/pe_march_2019

November 2018 Peninsula Essence

Enjoy November ... Gorgeous cover by Yanni Read here: https://issuu.com/peninsulaessence/docs/pe_november_2018

Peninsula Essence - October 2018

Be the first to read this gorgeous issue - online now! https://issuu.com/peninsulaessence/docs/essence_oct_18_lr

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