Deer numbers to ‘crash’ because of drought
Gippsland hunters are experiencing a knock-on affect of the drought as starving deer compete for dwindling food sources, and hunting bodies predict a population “crash”.
Foresters body releases a pre-election paper
Indigenous fire management skills should be integrated into Victoria’s firefighting planning to complement fuel reduction burning, according to the state’s forestry experts.
No overtaking lane plans for the Sale-Maffra Rd
Despite years of community frustration, and a new Facebook page calling for them, there are still no plans to introduce overtaking lanes on the Sale-Maffra Rd.
Impacts of deaths may not be known for years
This month’s national bird count could reveal the true devastation caused by the poisoning of 406 wedge-tailed eagles on an east Gippsland farm.
Candidate wants more help for farmers
Gippsland East independent candidate Matt Stephenson wants more action to help farmers.
Social media ‘hysteria’ over youth crime
Maffra police are urging people to report crimes to police rather than post reports online, following a rise in “social media hysteria” over local youth crime.
Heritage overlay fix
Wellington Shire Council has moved to correct an historical mapping error in Yarram.
Stratford’s $1.1 million street facelift finished
The streets of Stratford have received a facelift, with a $1.1 million streetscape project recently completed by Wellington Shire Council.
Weighing up options
Longford landholders concerned about PFAS contamination are examining their legal options, including the possibility of a class action, following a meeting in Sale last week.
Residents urged to clean-up properties now
Wellington Shire residents are being encouraged to clean up now, and take advantage of a ‘no fee’ green waste weekend early next month.
Police allege trafficking
A Denison man was charged with handling stolen goods, drug driving and trafficking drugs, after Wellington Highway Patrol stopped his car on Saturday.
Warrant issued
Police are searching for Philip McShane, as there is a current warrant for his arrest.