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.
Mayor urges people to stick to the rules to remain COVID-free
Wellington Shire mayor Alan Hall is urging the local community to take heed of the latest advice from the Premier and Victoria's Chief Health Officer, in an attempt to keep Wellington free of COVID-19.
Good news as sushi staffers test negative
A Sale sushi outlet was among three chain stores to shut their doors in Gippsland on Thursday as a precautionary measure, following fears a staff member may have been in contact with a coronavirus carrier.
Heartless thieves target the Stratford Cemetery
Security has been increased at Stratford Cemetery after brazen thieves stole more than 100 bronze urn inserts and other metal objects, leaving mourning families heartbroken and cemetery administrators determined to find them.
The winner of the prestigious John Leslie Art Prize is announced
Melbourne-based artist Sarah Tomasetti has been announced as the winner of the 2020 John Leslie Art Prize at Gippsland Art Gallery, Sale.
Taskforce meets to plan its next moves
Wellington Shire Council's newly-formed Native Timber Taskforce has held its first meeting, and has begun planning its response to the state government decision to cease native timber harvesting.
Mine project opponents unhappy at prospect of having to pay for hard copy EES...
Opponents of the Fingerboards mine project at Glenaladale are outraged Kalbar will charge a fee for its long-awaited Environmental Effects Statement, and have asked the Planning Minister and the Department of Land, Water, Environment and Planning to intervene.
Anomalies in law muddying the waters on timber harvesting
Changes to eliminate anomalies in a federal environmental law has potentially cleared the way to ensure the future of Gippsland's native forest industry.
New board for Yarram and District Health Service
Yarram and District Health Service has a new board.
Erosion action sought
Wellington Shire Council will write to state Environment Minister Lily D'Ambrosio, requesting urgent action to address erosion along the Lake Victoria foreshore at Loch Sport.
Boater still missing at Lake Wellington
The search for a missing Golden Beach man at Lake Wellington was still underway, with police conducting an air search last Friday, and the State Emergency Service combing on foot.
Police investigate Lindenow crash which claims a man’s life
A man has died following a single vehicle crash in Lindenow on Saturday morning.
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Protect against mozzies following Loch Sport RRV detection
Two authorities have issued advice to travellers and residents heading to Wellington Shire’s coastal areas after routine mosquito trapping in Loch Sport detected Ross...
