OAM for former Maffra minister
FORMER Anglican minister of the Maffra Parish, the Rev. Dr. Jim Connelly has been awarded the Order of Australia Medal in the King’s Birthday...
From little things … big things grow
Rosedale Primary School students and kindergarteners rolled up their sleeves and planted bush tucker in the town’s community garden for Reconciliation Week at Rosedale...
OAMs for Yarram residents
Yarram residents Wendy Pope and Esme Rash will each receive a Medal of the Order of Australia after being included this year’s King’s Birthday...
Walhalla heyday, stories from the goldfields
This passage is an excerpt from the Walhalla Heyday by G.F. James and C.G. Lee.
First published in 1970, this book has been in production...
George Gray Centre celebrates 60 years
George Gray Centre (GGC) is this year celebrating 60 years of community, care and creating opportunities for individuals with a disability.
From humble beginnings in...
Rotary Club of Maffra continuing to make a difference
Rotary International aims to make a better life for people all over the world. It is a highly regarded service organisation, with many thousands...
Funding for youth events in Rosedale and Stratford
WELLINGTON Shire Council will receive a state government grant to design, plan and deliver two new events in Rosedale and Stratford to be held...
Another award for Cowes centre, feat Heyfield timber
THE Cowes cultural centre on Phillip Island, Berninneit, which extensively features hardwood timber from Heyfield, has won another award - the Australia Timber Design...
Maffra mother’s very special treadmill challenge
Maffra mother Tanya Read has done her bit to support children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families.
Tanya and her Icon Group...
Sale and District Specialist School’s choir win competition
The Sale and District Specialist School’s choir, the Singing Stars, have come away from their first City of Sale Eisteddfod as winners.
The Singing Stars...
New play space at Stratford Primary School
The ribbon was cut, and the cheers began.
Stratford Primary School will benefit from a new inclusive playground, transforming the old asphalt outdoor area into...
Regional grant for all abilities sport
Minister for Community Sport, Ros Spence recently announced 88 grants worth more than $1.5 million from the Regional All Abilities Participation Grants program for...