Nats propose a plan to get regions back on track
The Nationals have proposed a plan to help Victoria on the path to recovery from devastating COVID-19 shutdowns.
‘Response’ focus, rather than ‘prevention’
The Bushfire Royal Commission's final report is "underwhelming", and failed to properly recognise the importance of fuel reduction to prevent fires, according to the Institute of Foresters and Australian Forest Growers.
Borders slowly begin to reopen to Victorians
The rest of Australia is cautiously reopening its borders to Victoria, as the state recorded its sixth consecutive day of no new COVID-19 cases or deaths on Thursday - a feat that hasn't been achieved since February.
Three new councillors
Three new Wellington Shire councillors will be sworn in this month, with former mayor Darren McCubbin perhaps the most prominent councillor losing his position.
Health service is searching for a new chief executive
After 12 years with Central Gippsland Health, chief executive Frank Evans will not be seeking reappointment when his current contract ends on June 30 next year.
Yarram bush poet releases book
Yarram's Malcolm May has published a collection of bush poems detailing his many experiences living in the High Country.
Cowwarr coffee war not just a storm in a teacup
A decision to allow two new coffee vans to operate almost side by side in Cowwarr has left all three businesses competing for customers in a town of less than 400 people.
Former Exxon chair retires
Former chairman and lead country manager of ExxonMobil, Richard Owen, has elected to retire from the company after more than 37 years of service.
Valley electric vehicle plant at an impasse
The state government has refused to re-commit to the construction of an electric vehicle manufacturing facility promised for the Latrobe Valley.
Local pollies seek commitment on LVA
Gippsland's politicians have called on the state government to clearly outline whether the Latrobe Valley Authority has a future, and how the region will be assisted to transition and grow new jobs.
Last train to travel over Avon rail bridge soon
The last train will travel over the existing Avon River rail bridge in Stratford on Friday, November 27, as preparations are underway to complete the new rail bridge ahead of schedule.
Deer control strategy
The state government has launched Victoria's first-ever deer management strategy, but some say it doesn't go far enough, and deer should be declared a pest species now and a comprehensive control plan implemented right across the state.
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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...
