Discovery of asbestos forces pool’s closure
Wellington Shire Council closed Aqua Energy centre in Sale unexpectedly on Friday, after the discovery of asbestos under the floor in the old section of the pool during routine maintenance.
Firefighters prepare for extreme fire conditions
Milder weather conditions during the past few days have allowed fire crews to make good progress on controlling the four major fires in east Gippsland.
Trio is attacked in Sale Friday night
Sale police are investigating an alleged assault on three people on Friday night that left one man in his early 20s in hospital with several facial injuries.
Conditions are mild but fires are still moving
After a hot start to the week, cool conditions have allowed crews to make good progress on various works across all four major fires in east Gippsland.
Drought puts pressure on water resources
Extended water restrictions or bans over summer in some parts of Gippsland are becoming more likely, as water authorities try to manage dwindling water resources and climate change.
Saputo to close in Maffra for five months
Milk processor Saputo will shut down production at its Maffra plant for five months next year, citing "milk supply pressures" relating to the drought in the region.
Base celebrates arrival of the final PC-21
The arrival of the final PC-21 aircraft was celebrated at RAAF Base East Sale on Friday, with a large crowd and various defence force and aviation dignitaries coming together to mark the occasion.
Laurina Lodge celebrates
Heyfield aged care facility Laurina Lodge celebrated a major milestone, commemorating 25 years of operation.
Woman convicted over trapping wildlife
A woman has been fined $10,000 and convicted in the Orbost Magistrates' Court after using 12 serrated steel-jaw leg hold traps on her property and killing wildlife.
Carols by Candlelight delight
Hundreds of people filled Sale Botanic Gardens for Carols by Candlelight on Tuesday night, as ideal conditions welcomed in the festive season.
Outstanding residents honoured at awards
Wellington Shire's outstanding residents and groups were celebrated on Tuesday, with Wellington Shire Council hosting its 2020 Australia Day awards lunch.
East Gippsland fires update
Fire crews and support staff are working hard to bring the four active fires in East Gippsland under control.
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