Governments release plan to end violence against women and children
THE Commonwealth, state and territory governments have released the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children (2022-2032).
The national plan, the culmination of...
Victoria to expedite renewable zones and offshore wind
In line with Australia's Rewiring the Nation Plan, which was announced last week, Star of the South has welcomed new commitments from the state...
World class vet hospital
Gippsland Veterinary Hospital has spent more than $1 million in upgrades to its Maffra centre, with the local animal healthcare provider now boasting a...
Gippsland ‘under resourced’
The Federal Government's 'Threatened Species Action Plan' towards zero extinctions will only work if it's backed up by practical environmental action on the ground,...
New laws to protect Victorian farmers
New laws allowing livestock owners to voluntarily establish extra biosecurity measures on their properties to protect them from trespassers has been introduced in Victoria,...
New board for Gippsland Agricultural Group
THE farmer-driven Gippsland Agricultural Group (GAgG) has had several new board members join its ranks.
Tony Anderson, Angus Zilm, Llowalong, and Anthony Snow (Bengworden), have...
Funds for inclusive playgrounds in Briag, Airly and Bundalaguah
Stefan Bradley
SEVERAL Gippsland primary schools will receive a funding boost to build inclusive play areas, sensory gardens and outdoor learning areas to support students...
Vena Energy unveils Blue Marlin offshore wind project
Asia-Pacific renewable energy company Vena Energy has released plans for its 2000-megawatt Blue Marlin offshore wind project off the Victorian Coast in the Gippsland...
Driving cars, driving research
At long last, Daniher's Drive has greeted the region.
The charity fundraiser, an initiative of FightMND, involved 300 people in 80 vehicles driving through the...
Fashions add to pageantry
Although they’re a necessary element to the day, everyone knows the races are not just about the horses.
The races offer a rare chance for...
Melbourne Cup tours the region
WITH little less than two weeks to go until the Melbourne Cup, locals have been lucky enough to get up close and personal with...
Protection for ‘at risk’ species in play by May
A total of 19 species of flora and fauna have been recommended for interim protection relating to forestry operations, according to the Threatened Species...
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Wellington Shire’s new mayor and deputy
The election of councillors Cindy Madeley and Liz Foat as Wellington Shire’s mayor and deputy mayor on Tuesday night marked a historic first for...
