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 Hunter’s $120k trespassing pay-out lifts lid on poaching problem 16/07/2025 Poachers sneak onto Lake Reeve Ranch under the cover of darkness without permission from owners Neil Page and Corrie De Visser. During their 18... Store to remain open 16/07/2025 Gippy Water announces small bill increase 16/07/2025 Heyfield FNC hosts reunion 15/07/2025 New life on the horizon for old visitor centre 15/07/2025