Home News University study reimagines waste hay-band La Trobe University Associate Professor Ing Kong sitting on a park bench made from recycled bale twine. Photo: Contributed News University study reimagines waste hay-band Erika Allen 11/06/2025 FacebookTwitterEmail Millions of kilometres of bale twine - or “hay-band” as it’s commonly called in these parts - is used on […] 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 Goannas positive over 50s season 11/02/2026 The Gippsland Goannas over-50 team once again set off on the long trip to Lara to front up for a semi-final clash against a... Goannas over-50s host, while over-70s hit the road 11/02/2026 Best at Barwon 11/02/2026 Maffra Triathlon this Sunday 11/02/2026 Gala to honour lifetime players 11/02/2026