VicForests rejects Bunnings’ reason for timber boycott
VICFORESTS has rejected claims by Bunnings and environmentalists its native forest harvesting operations still breach environmental laws.
Last month, the full bench of the Federal...
Reins loosen a little on COVID restrictions
THE metro-regional border will come down, and COVID-19 rules across the state will be eased again, after a suite of new restrictions were announced...
Be alert, but not alarmed, with more rain predicted
AUTHORITIES are warning people to stay alert but not alarmed, as rain begins to fall over the next few days in Gippsland.
While some more...
Medal of the Order of Australia for former ExxonMobil executive
FORMER ExxonMobil Australia chief Richard Owen has been awarded an Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the Queen's Birthday honours list for...
Planning underway for $100m Fulham solar farm
GIPPSLAND'S role in the nation's transition to renewable energy continues to gather momentum, with planning underway for a $100 million solar farm in Hopkins...
Local entertainment industry is hurting badly because of restrictions
THE local entertainment industry is still in a state of upheaval and uncertainty, despite the state government easing social distancing restrictions.
Crippled by four lockdowns...
Wellington Shire Council is set to adopt its budget tonight
SUBMISSIONS received by Wellington Shire Council are unlikely to see major changes to its 2021-21 budget.
Council will formally adopt the budget during tonight's meeting.
Council...
Sightseers are adding to stress of animals
A LOCAL wildlife carer is urging motorists to obey 'road closed' signs, saying motorists are adding to the stress of animals forced from their...
Our Wellington rental crisis
RENTING a home in Wellington Shire has never been harder, with rent rises and property shortages creating a ripple of despair for renters.
As revealed...
Recovery underway, but more rain is coming
RECOVERY efforts are underway across Wellington Shire following last week's destructive weather, as authorities keep one eye on this week's forecast.
As predicted, an east...
Floods keep local police busy
LOCAL police have been kept busy during flooding in recent days, helping people stranded in vehicles in floodwater and rescuing three children founds swimming...
Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund launches appeal for flood victims
GIPPSLAND Emergency Relief Fund has launched an appeal for financial donations to provide flood-affected residents with immediate support.
GERF spokesperson Barry Whitehead announced the new...
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Gippsland farmer fined over animal cruelty offences
GIPPSLAND dairy farm manager Peter Hoffman has been fined $6500 with costs of $230.08 after pleading guilty to offending under the Prevention of Cruelty...
