Open for inspections and auctions can now return
Real estate agents in Sale have welcomed the state government's decision to allow 'open for inspections' and on-site property auctions to return with restrictions.
Spate of thefts from vehicles in Maffra
Maffra police are investigating a series of thefts from motor vehicles and burglaries in Maffra overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday.
Kids returning to school May 26
Victorian government school students will begin a phased return to classrooms before the end of May, following advice from state Chief Health Officer that it is safe for the community to do so.
Everyone wants a piece of the puzzle
A puzzling phenomena is sweeping the Wellington Shire, with people turning in droves to games while social distancing.
Local shortage of flu jabs
Most people looking to have an annual flu shot in Wellington Shire are currently sweating on the availability of the vaccine, as suppliers struggle to keep up with high demand.
Landcare facilitator funding ‘critical’
Victorian Landcare facilitator funding expired last year, but Landcare groups were given a one year stay of execution, which is about to expire.
Rain doesn’t end the pain
Recent welcome rainfall across much of Gippsland, including Wellington Shire, has brought a renewed sense of hope to the region's farmers, with some cautiously suggesting the drought may be beginning to break.
Maffra’s streetscape progressing well
Wellington Shire Council's multi-million project to rejuvenate the commercial heart of Maffra is taking shape, as construction work continues in Johnson St.
Police are busy in Fitzroy St, Sale
There was a strong police presence in Fitzroy St, Sale, on Sunday following two incidents.
Police and SES are called to stranded boater on Lake Wellington
Police and SES were called to a 38-year-old boater stranded on Lake Wellington on Saturday.
Police seeking stolen bike
Sale police are seeking information to help find a bike taken from a business in Sale between 9pm on February 13 and 8am on February 14.
Wildlife Act needs to better protect wildlife
The Victorian Environment Minister has ordered an overhaul of the Wildlife Act, following a public outcry over penalties handed down for the 2018 poisoning of more than 400 wedge-tailed eagles in east Gippsland.




