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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.

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.

Little evidence of COVID in local sewage

Testing for coronavirus in wastewater systems in Moe and Traralgon has not detected any of the virus since the first week of September.

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.

Council election results should be known soon

Results of the Wellington Shire Council elections are likely to be known this week.

Man interviewed over alleged assault in Sale

Sale police have interviewed a man in relation to an alleged assault in Gippsland Centre Sale on Monday.

Just where are the Halloween houses?

Halloween is Saturday, and local trick or treat Facebook pages are offering extra safety tips this year.

Local forestry expert: policy is meant to reduce bushfires, not rely on them

The findings of the the Victorian Auditor-General's report into Reducing Bushfire Risk have been slammed by a Latrobe Valley consultant and forestry expert, who said the fact the state government's residual risk level target was only reached by including large bushfires was "a nonsense".

Comment is invited on GB Energy project

The inquiry into the proposed Golden Beach gas project has begun, with public submissions being received until Monday, December 7.

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