Police seek man over petrol station thefts
Police want to speak to a man about thefts from petrol stations in Sale and Bairnsdale.
Drugs found in intercepted vehicle
Drugs, a firearm and ammunition were found when police intercepted a vehicle last week.
Handmade face masks in high demand
A robust face mask-making cottage industry has sprung up in Wellington Shire, as the community steps up to ensure a steady supply of masks is available locally.
Yarram Neighbourhood House faces up to mask challenge
Craft and conversation at Yarram Neighbourhood House has taken on a community-minded aspect in meeting the pandemic challenge.
Two vicious dog attacks within two days
Two horrific dog attacks in Wellington Shire last week have left residents fearful someone will be seriously injured or killed if pet owners are not forced to take responsibility.
Aqua Energy, GRSC fees reduced
Fees and charges at Aqua Energy and the Gippsland Regional Sports Complex in Sale will be temporarily reduced because of restrictions relating to the coronavirus pandemic.
Passion to out vulnerable kids in out-of-home care
After a childhood growing up in foster care and fighting against a system that she describes as broken, Gippsland's Heather Baird is still in full battle mode.
Taskforce meets to plan its next moves
Wellington Shire Council's newly-formed Native Timber Taskforce has held its first meeting, and has begun planning its response to the state government decision to cease native timber harvesting.
Mine project opponents unhappy at prospect of having to pay for hard copy EES...
Opponents of the Fingerboards mine project at Glenaladale are outraged Kalbar will charge a fee for its long-awaited Environmental Effects Statement, and have asked the Planning Minister and the Department of Land, Water, Environment and Planning to intervene.
Anomalies in law muddying the waters on timber harvesting
Changes to eliminate anomalies in a federal environmental law has potentially cleared the way to ensure the future of Gippsland's native forest industry.
New board for Yarram and District Health Service
Yarram and District Health Service has a new board.
Erosion action sought
Wellington Shire Council will write to state Environment Minister Lily D'Ambrosio, requesting urgent action to address erosion along the Lake Victoria foreshore at Loch Sport.
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Maffra Pool could reopen tomorrow
Final safety checks will determine if the Maffra Pool will open tomorrow, following a power outage caused by a break-in early this morning.
The break-in,...
