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How Our Digital Advertising Works

STPL News is an independent local news publisher covering the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston.

We limit digital advertising to protect reader trust and ensure genuine visibility for local businesses.

All placements are fixed, non-rotating, and positioned within trusted local news content.

Independent local newsroom

Limited advertising placements

Fixed placements / no rotation of ads

Why local businesses advertise with us

Independent local newsroom focused on the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston
Highly engaged local readers who live, work and spend in the area
Fixed placements with no rotation
Limited number of advertisers per page to protect visibility

Local Presence

Best for: Trades, retail and local services

Local Presence gives your business a fixed banner position on STPL News article pages, so readers see you while they are catching up on local news. Your ad is shown on both desktop and mobile in a placement chosen for visibility without clutter.

Inclusion list

Fixed banner placement on article pages
Desktop and mobile visibility
Category exclusions available on request
Minimum 30-day booking

Price
From $180 per month
Category exclusive from $250 per month

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Featured Local Business

Best for: Businesses wanting stronger storytelling and visibility

Featured Local Business combines a sponsored article with display advertising, so you can tell your story in depth and stay visible for the month. Articles are clearly labelled as sponsored and are produced to STPL News editorial standards.

Inclusion list

One sponsored article on STPL News (clearly disclosed)
Featured in the article feed for 14 days
Includes one Local Presence banner for 1 month
Permanent listing in our website archive

Price
From $450 per feature
From $600 per feature with social amplification

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Peninsula Partner

Best for: Established brands and long-term supporters

Peninsula Partner is our premium digital option for organisations seeking consistent visibility and an ongoing association with independent local journalism. Partner positions are limited to protect visibility and maintain reader trust. Pricing varies depending on placement and section sponsorship availability.

Inclusion list

Homepage supporter placement (logo + short line)
Sponsorship of a suitable section (subject to availability and suitability)
Ongoing acknowledgement as a supporter of independent local journalism
Sponsored content options available by arrangement (clearly disclosed)
Print recognition: Partner logo and one-line acknowledgement in every issue of the Somerville Times and any future STPL News publications published during the booking term, placed on the inside back page or within an acknowledgement section (supporter acknowledgement only)

Price
From $600 to $1,200 per month

Minimum 6-month commitment.
Limited positions available.
Pricing depends on placement and sponsorship scope.

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Advertising & editorial independence

Advertising on STPL News helps fund independent local journalism. Advertisers have no influence over our editorial decisions, news coverage or investigations. Sponsored content is always clearly disclosed.