Jobs boost expected
More than a dozen major investment projects throughout the Wellington Shire are poised to create thousands of jobs, boost the local economy and lead Gippsland's recovery from COVID-19.
Pandemic? No problem
Starting up a new business in the midst of a pandemic might seem like an insurmountable challenge, but some inspiring entrepreneurs are up for it.
Mask rules have eased again
With the COVID threat easing in Victoria, the rules around mandatory mask wearing have returned to the settings that were in place at Christmas time.
Hands off river water
State opposition leader Michael O'Brien was in Rosedale this week, meeting with farmers reliant on irrigation water from the Latrobe River.
Next steps for proposed Delburn Wind Farm
A planning application has been lodged to build the proposed multi-million dollar Delburn Wind Farm, overlooking the Hazelwood Power Station.
Anti-duck hunting billboard in Rosedale vandalised
A billboard in Rosedale advocating protection of native waterbirds was recently attacked by vandals, who left a knife at the scene with a name and address on it.
Vehicle, kayak and fishing gear seized
A phone call by a witness has led to two people having their vehicle, kayak and fishing equipment seized.
Victoria’s new ‘traffic light’ system to help simplify travel messages
Victoria has established a new permit system for all domestic travel into the state, helping to support Victoria's rapid contact tracing efforts and giving Victorians greater certainty when they travel.
Vaccine roll-out plan
Local doctors are urging Gippsland communities to embrace the COVID-19 vaccine Pfizer, which will be rolled out across Australia within six weeks.
Vandals target Maffra street
Homes in McMillan St, Maffra, were targeted by vandals overnight Saturday, with home owners collectively facing hundreds of dollars to clean up the mess.
Police warning on illegal bikes
Local police are warning the riders of illegally converted motorised bicycles they risk hefty fines and possible demerit points for road rule violations.
Visitor restrictions tightened at CGH
Central Gippsland Health has again tightened the rules around visitors following the recent increase in COVID numbers in Victoria.
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Eight farms pass effluent test
Environment Protection Authority inspections of 43 dairy farms across three Gippsland municipalities, including Wellington Shire, have found just eight of them passed the test...
