It started as an idea to capture the essence of the Mornington Peninsula.
Julian’s photography and Jack’s writing, we bring you a celebration of the place we call home.
Born and raised in Dromana and Safety Beach, we capture the transformation of this seaside community through the eyes of two locals.
After the discovery of a small collection of historical images from a time well before our own.
The familiar, yet unrecognisable pubs.
Vast fields and farmland instead of towns.
Streets that looked almost the same, yet strangely alien.
The area had evolved.
Our friendship began over 25 years ago, beginning in the classrooms of Our Lady of Fatima Primary School in Rosebud
Following on to Padua College at both Rosebud and Mornington.
As the Peninsula evolved from a quiet seaside region to a vibrant and bustling tourist destination, so did our appreciation.
Jack intricately weaves the Mornington Peninsula’s history with the present day.
While Julian captures the visual developments of its landscapes and lifestyle.
Together we celebrate the Mornington Peninsula’s story — past, present, and future.
We invite you to explore these pages and experience the Mornington Peninsula.
Reflect on its history, witness its development, and envision its future.