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Where is Mornington, Australia?



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Mornington is located on the eastern side of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria, about 55 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. It lies between the sheltered bay beaches to the west and the rolling hills and vineyards of the Mornington Peninsula to the east. It is famous for its coastal lifestyle, bustling Main Street shopping and dining precinct, and nearby wineries and scenic lookouts.




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Facts about Mornington, Australia

CountryAustralia
StateVictoria
RegionMornington Peninsula / Greater Melbourne
LocationOn the eastern shore of Port Phillip Bay, south of Melbourne, on the Mornington Peninsula
Coordinates38.22° S, 145.04° E
Local Government AreaMornington Peninsula Shire
Founded1850s
Original NameSchnapper Point (renamed Mornington in 1864)
Elevation~15 m
PopulationApprox. 25,000
AreaApprox. 15 sq km
Time ZoneAEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode3931
Major WaterwaysPort Phillip Bay, Tanti Creek
Top AttractionsMornington Pier, Mills Beach, Mornington Park, Main Street shopping & cafés, Mornington Racecourse Market, Beleura House & Garden.
DemonymMornington residents
Main IndustriesTourism, hospitality, retail, coastal recreation services
Nearest AirportMelbourne Airport (MEL) / Moorabbin Airport (MBW)
Websitehttps://www.mornpen.vic.gov.au