Home News New emergency services levy paused amid backlash Photo: iStock News New emergency services levy paused amid backlash Erika Allen 09/04/2025 FacebookXEmail The state government has stalled its proposed emergency services levy after fierce opposition from farmers and rural councils, who condemned […] 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 Algal bloom linked to fish deaths 08/04/2026 People have been warned to avoid contact with the water in Lake Victoria after an algal bloom was detected. The Environment Protection Authority suspects the... Fire restrictions end in Wellington 08/04/2026 Drug syndicate sunk 08/04/2026 The magic of Dr Seuss comes to the stage 08/04/2026 The Wedge to welcome Moonwalker 08/04/2026