Home Community Phil’s beard shave for the Good Friday Appeal Phil Hawkins is raising funds for the Good Friday Appeal by shaving off he beard he's been growing for nearly 50 years. Photo: Contributed Community Phil’s beard shave for the Good Friday Appeal Erika Allen 10/04/2025 FacebookTwitterEmail What would convince Phil Hawkins to shave the beard he’s been growing since he was 19? Some friendly banter with […] 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 Mary Ward on supporting those struggling, offering compassion, dignity and hope 18/09/2025 You are not alone. There is someone who will listen. A local woman is part of a peer support service is helping people struggling with... Narkoojee Winery celebrating 45 years 18/09/2025 Boost for Rosedale Historical Society 18/09/2025 Study Hubs now accessible after hours 18/09/2025 Upgrades for Sale Hospital’s Community Services Building 18/09/2025