CGH preparing for COVID
As confirmed COVID-19 cases in Victoria surged by a record 723 on Thursday, Central Gippsland Health says it is close to completing a rapid upgrade of Sale Hospital's critical care unit to increase its capacity for ventilated patients from two to six.
Masks to be mandatory across the state next week
From 11.59pm at Sunday, it will be mandatory for regional Victorians to wear face masks when leaving the house.
Sawmillers welcome the new timber taskforce
The Victorian Hardwood Sawmillers Association has welcomed the establishment of the Native Timber Taskforce, and its efforts to get to the bottom of the state government's reasoning behind its decision to shut down the harvesting of native forests in 10 years.
State announces a Vic Forestry Plan review
The timber industry has cautiously welcomed this week's announcement of a state government review into the Victorian Forestry Plan.
Bunnings’ local timber ban is not justified
A forestry scientist has written Bunnings has misinterpreted the concept of 'illegal logging' in its ban on VicForests' native hardwood products, claiming its actions are more a marketing exercise.
New bus for Sale specialist school
Sale and District Specialist School now has a new state of-the-art bus in its fleet, thanks to a major fundraising effort by the Freemasons.
Police seek man over petrol station thefts
Police want to speak to a man about thefts from petrol stations in Sale and Bairnsdale.
Drugs found in intercepted vehicle
Drugs, a firearm and ammunition were found when police intercepted a vehicle last week.
Aqua Energy, GRSC fees reduced
Fees and charges at Aqua Energy and the Gippsland Regional Sports Complex in Sale will be temporarily reduced because of restrictions relating to the coronavirus pandemic.
Passion to out vulnerable kids in out-of-home care
After a childhood growing up in foster care and fighting against a system that she describes as broken, Gippsland's Heather Baird is still in full battle mode.
Handmade face masks in high demand
A robust face mask-making cottage industry has sprung up in Wellington Shire, as the community steps up to ensure a steady supply of masks is available locally.
Yarram Neighbourhood House faces up to mask challenge
Craft and conversation at Yarram Neighbourhood House has taken on a community-minded aspect in meeting the pandemic challenge.
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