Gas output plummets at Longford
TECHNICAL problems at Longford Gas Plants prompted a reduction in production of about 30 to 35 per cent for more than 24-hours on Friday...
River frontage camping laws reported backdown
THE state opposition is celebrating after media reports leaked the state government has backed down on its proposed legislation to allow camping on licenced...
More than 31,000ha treated in the Gippsland planned burns program
THE nature of bushfire in Victoria is changing, trending towards hotter, drier conditions for longer periods of time.
Living in Victoria means living with fire,...
Snap lockdown set to continue
VICTORIA'S snap lockdown will not be lifted yet, after the state recorded its fifth day of cases in double digits, and the highly contagious...
Dog liver disease warning
OWNERS who have unwell dogs which were fed fresh or frozen raw pet food bought between May 31 and July 3 have been advised...
Appeal for information following Traralgon sexual assault
DETECTIVES from the Sexual Crimes Squad are appealing for public assistance following the sexual assault of a woman in Traralgon in May.
The woman was...
Victoria to enter lockdown again
VICTORIA will again a five-day lockdown at midnight tonight (Thursday).
There will only be five reasons to leave home: to get the food and essential...
Winter a good time to desex pets, ahead of spring litters
WITH an influx of unwanted cats and dogs into shelters during spring, a local veterinarian says winter is the ideal time to desex pets.
Maffra...
Owners warned, as investigations continue into cause of death of dogs
DOG owners have been urged to take their pets to the vet immediately if they have eaten fresh or frozen raw pet meat and...
Claims rare frog has been found near mine site
THE purported discovery of a rare frog should stop the proposed Fingerboards mineral sands minds from going ahead, opponents claim.
Volunteer researcher Brendan Casey says...
A ‘balloon ban’ is now in force to protect wildlife
THE symbolism associated with allowing balloons to drift into the heavens is no longer allowed, with a ban on the release of helium balloons...
Changes to timber code welcomed
THE native forest industry, the state opposition and manufacturing union have welcomed the state government’s move to overhaul the timber code of practice —...
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GLaWAC celebrates culture and country during NAIDOC Week in Stratford
MORE than 1500 people from across Gippsland attended GLaWAC’s annual NAIDOC Family Day in Stratford last Thursday, with First Nations community, their families, and...
