Home Community Mardi Gras’ top fundraiser Julie Steele (middle) accepted the Maffra Municipal Band's prize as the entrant that raised the most funds. Photo: Erika Allen Community Mardi Gras’ top fundraiser Erika Allen 18/03/2025 FacebookTwitterEmail The Maffra Municipal Band not only led Saturday night's Mardi Gras parade but also took home the event's top fundraising […] Let's Stay Connected There’s no better way to stay connected with your local community than with a digital subscription to the Gippsland Times. Please subscribe or login to access all content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password Latest News Parents talk navigating children’s digital lives 05/02/2026 Gippsland Grammar will host a free community information session for parents navigating the increasingly complex digital lives of tweens, with respected digital parenting researcher... Offshore wind venture Blue Mackerel meets with communities 04/02/2026 High voltage tribute to AC/DC’s Sale performance 50 years ago 04/02/2026 CFA annual report released, finances under scrutiny 04/02/2026 Lifeline Gippsland gets a grant from Beyond Bank 04/02/2026