Will state reforms to improve rating system go far enough?
The state government will introduce reforms to improve the local government rates system, in response to a major review.
Heyfield’s new pump track up and rolling
Bike riders, scooter enthusiasts and skateboarders have converged on Heyfield following the opening of the town's new pump track.
Buoyant retail sales
Consumers who embraced the 'shop local' message this Christmas have helped traders enjoy a bumper December after a year of disaster.
Support for advanced timber manufacturing facility in Heyfield
An innovative advanced manufacturing facility will be built at Australian Sustainable Hardwoods, Heyfield.
PFAS discovery raises health concerns
Last week's revelations of elevated readings of PFAS in drinking water and waste water treatment plants in the Seaspray area have raised new concerns about the source of the chemicals in the local environment and their potential health effects.
Respect our bat populations
Wildlife advocates and environmentalists are urging the public to respect Wellington Shire's flying foxes, following the catastrophic fires that wiped out massive areas of their natural forest habitat and food sources in eastern Victoria.
Court refuses church appeal
The Victorian Court of Appeal has declined to hear an appeal from the Catholic Church against the overturning of a settlement agreement it had with a Gippsland man.
COVID-19 prompts emergency relief rethink from council
A relief centre will only be opened in Wellington Shire during an emergency this summer as a last resort.
Restoring the face of Yarram’s grand lady
Work will begin in the new year to restore the grand lady of Yarram, the historic Regent Theatre.
Port Albert caravan park placed in receivership
The once popular Seabank Caravan Park at the Old Port, Port Albert, has gone into receivership.
Farmers a focus for new Gippsland Forestry Hub
Encouraging farmers to grow trees on their land will be a key focus of the new Gippsland Forestry Hub in its 30-year strategic plan for the future of Gippsland's forestry industry.
Vandals attack Sale Common
Vandals have targeted Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve over the past few weeks, prompting Parks Victoria to issue a reminder to treat the park and its assets with respect.
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THIS year marks a decade since the Western Bulldogs' fairytale 2016 AFL premiership.
The Bulldogs captured the hearts of the nation that year, winning their...
