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Forestry gets the axe

Harvesting of native timber will end in 2030, the state government has announced.

Hall re-elected mayor

Alan Hall was this week re-elected for a second consecutive year as mayor of Wellington Shire.

We’ll miss you, Kev

Legendary local sports writer, broadcaster and photographer Kevin Hogan has died.

Balmy night for concert under the stars

Despite a late change of date due to concerns over the weather, Sunday's Esso Night Under the Stars at the Sale Botanic Gardens drew a crowd of about 2000.

Top Sale Show

Once again, Sale Show provided an entertaining, family-friendly day out where the best of country living was on display.

Pathology staff cuts

Central Gippsland Health has rejected union claims that patient safety could be compromised by pathology staff cuts and a new contract that reduces services in Sale and causes delays in testing and treatment.

Rate relief for farmers

Wellington Shire farmers could soon gain some rate relief.

Valley coal mine water could be used for irrigation – O’Brien

Plans to expand irrigation in central Gippsland along the Latrobe River and Macalister Irrigation District have been taken to state parliament.

Rental situation is dire

Real estate agents are finding it increasingly difficult to find rental properties in Sale, with the list of affordable properties virtually non-existent.

Advancing tertiary education in Gippsland

In a first for Gippsland, Federation University Australia and TAFE Gippsland have signed a landmark memorandum of understanding to advance and support tertiary education in the region.

Welcoming our newest citizens

The biggest Australian citizenship ceremony in seven and a half years took place in the Wellington Room at Port of Sale last week, as 25 new Australian citizens were officially welcomed to Wellington Shire.

Muscle cars cruise through in Maffra

The Leaukaemia Foundation's Aussie Muscle Car Run caused a stir of excitement in Maffra on Wednesday, as around 48 gleaming, collectable cars stopped by on their way through Gippsland.

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Depth and diversity at East Gippsland Art Gallery

Two new exhibitions, showcasing the depth and diversity of Gippsland’s creative talent, will open at the East Gippsland Art Gallery this Friday. Through her powerful...