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Stephenson Park room cost up

The estimated cost for the development of the Stephenson Park, Sale, changerooms was higher than expected.

Supporting wildlife rescue efforts further east

Local wildlife carers and animal lovers are banding together to support and provide for wildlife rehabilitation centres in east Gippsland, as the fires continue to rage and cause massive wildlife deaths.

Locals spring into action in Fulham to help out

The power of word of mouth and social media has led to the establishment of a makeshift truck depot at a Fulham property to carry out deliveries to fire-ravaged east Gippsland.

Vet staff helping out animals in fire zones

Animal Clinic Maffra has had an overwhelming response to a social media plea for donations of food for animals in fire-affected areas of east Gippsland.

Council extends rate relief for farmers

Wellington Shire Council will extend the amount of rate relief provided to local farmers.

Stage two water restrictions in Briagolong

State two water restrictions will be introduced at Briagolong from next Tuesday, January 21.

Locals must be used in fire recovery work

A local politician is calling for all east Gippsland fire recovery efforts to be local.

Vandals attack Sale café

Sale's Triple F café was the target of vandals Wednesday, when a group of teenage boys bashed the shop front windows.

Rains on the way?

While milder conditions are expected to subdue fire activity this week, emergency services are urging communities to remain vigilant.

People interviewed for lighting fires

Police have interviewed four people in relation to lighting fires during recent periods of total fire bans.

Code red

A Sale family recounts their evacuation from Mallacoota on HMAS Choules.

Busy at showgrounds as evacuees take refuge

The Sale Showgrounds have always been a refuge centre for animals, given the infrastructure of shedding and fenced areas, but the caravan park has morphed into a refuge for people during this fire crisis.

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