Home News Fire season set The first Fire Danger Period (FDP) for the 2023-34 fire season commences on Monday, October 9, for Wellington and East Gippsland Shire Councils. Photo: Contributed News Fire season set 09/10/2023 FacebookTwitterEmail The start date for this year's Victorian fire season was set by fire authorities two weeks ago, with the first […] 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 Heritage honoured in Freedom of Entry march 10/10/2025 When Wellington Shire Council mayor Scott Rossetti takes part in the Freedom of Entry march on Saturday, October 18, he will be doing more... New flood warning system unveiled 09/10/2025 Mine Free Glenaladale to host info night 09/10/2025 Ally Row on the charts 09/10/2025 Services prepare for fire season 09/10/2025