‘Disconnected’ government passes controversial new emergency services levy
The state government passed its controversial Emergency Services Volunteer Fund (ESVF) legislation through parliament early Friday morning.
However, critics argue it highlights a "clear disconnect"...
End in sight for Gippsland Line upgrade
The Gippsland Line Upgrade is set to finally be completed this year after a number of delays and cost blow-outs, but local commuters will...
Eight farms pass effluent test
Environment Protection Authority inspections of 43 dairy farms across three Gippsland municipalities, including Wellington Shire, have found just eight of them passed the test...
VicGrid releases draft 2025 Victorian Transmission Plan
VicGrid, the government body responsible for planning and developing the state’s renewable energy zones, has today released the Draft 2025 Victorian Transmission Plan for...
Tools for thriving in tough times
Farmers and service providers in the Maffra region have been invited to a unique workshop designed to support both the wellbeing of individuals and...
New emergency services tax on ratepayers passed through state parliament
The state government's Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) has passed through parliament after a deal with crossbench upper house MPs.
Replacing the Fire Services...
State government announces drought support, Wellington farmers miss out
The state government says it is continuing to back farmers impacted by drought and dry conditions, with expanded support to deliver on-farm infrastructure grants...
Further Stratford plan consultations
THE community has been invited to participate in a second round of consultation for Wellington Shire Council's Stratford Structure Plan.
Following the first sessions held...
Climate change hypothetical at Bond Street
The Bond Street Event Centre will be staging a thought-provoking event which will explore one of the most pressing challenges of our time -...
New exhibitions at Briag
The works of two Briagolong Art Gallery members will be on display in exhibitions which open at the gallery this weekend.
The exhibitions promise a...
Funding for First Nations housing in Victoria announced
Hundreds of new social homes will soon be built for First Nations Victorians as part of the state government's investment into housing across the...
Children and family centre on hold
Wellington Shire Council has confirmed its applications for state and federal government funding for the proposed Sale Integrated Centre for Children and Families have...
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Paying tribute with Keegan O’Brien Millinery Award
It’s the same fashionable award with a new name to mark a legacy for much-loved Maffra local, the late Keegan O’Brien.
The millinery award for...
