Mardi Gras’ top fundraiser
The Maffra Municipal Band not only led Saturday night's Mardi Gras parade but also took home the event's top fundraising prize, raising an impressive...
Ann receives Ashleigh House life membership
After volunteering her time at Ashleigh House for more than 20 years, Ann Ferguson's immense contributions have been recognised with a life membership.
Ms Ferguson...
Letters to the Editor: March 12 2025
Wellington Shire's deeper potholes
The Wellington Shire Council's (WSC) reactions to the changed Stratford-Maffra Rd speed limit has been reported in recent issues of the...
Wellington Shire Council celebrates International Women’s Day
Wellington Shire Council celebrated International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8, recognising the invaluable contributions of women and girls across the region and reaffirming...
Young leaders at Nambrok-Denison
Nambrok-Denison Primary School celebrated the induction of its new student leadership team with a badge ceremony last Friday.
This year, the school implemented a revised...
Snap Fitness Sale’s official grand opening
Despite being open to the public for months, Snap Fitness Sale had its official grand opening on Monday last week.
There were appearances from the...
Head ‘Under the Sea’ this Saturday at Maffra Mardi Gras
The theme for this Saturday’s Rotary Club of Maffra Mardi Gras this year is ‘Under the Sea’, so come dressed up in costume and...
What is the Maffra Mardi Gras?
The Maffra Mardi Gras was first held in 1957, more than 20 years before the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
While both are evening...
Showcasing more of Stratford’s history
The Stratford Historical Society Museum has expanded its collection and opened a newly completed display annex in George's Shed to showcase more artefacts.
Federal Member...
Yarram Yarram Landcare invites landscaper Phillip Johnson to speak
YARRAM Yarram Landcare have invited award winning landscaper Phillip Johnson to speak at the Yarram Regent Theatre on Saturday.
Mr Johnson is committed to green...
Professional Gippsland wood carver Olivia O’Connor sculpts her way forward
Olivia O’Connor, a full-time professional wood carver since 2013, creates contemporary sculptures and rocking horses using traditional techniques and hand tools.
A resident of Mirboo...
Yarram resident honoured at war memorial
The Australian War Memorial in Canberra commemorated the service and sacrifice of Yarram resident Private George William Paterson at the Last Post Ceremony on...
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Emergency markers up!
Wellington Shire, touted as the “Middle of Everywhere,” offers everything from surf beaches to mountain trails. But when adventure takes a wrong turn, getting...
