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People urged to clean up their properties

With summer nearing and fire restrictions just around the corner, local CFA representatives are urging people to consider what they need to do to prepare for "above-normal fire potential" in Gippsland.

Council posts a $33.6m surplus

Wellington Shire Council has recorded a surplus of $33.675 million for the previous financial year.

Show Prophet to promote original art

A group of arts lovers in Maffra has taken matters into its own hands to ensure authentic art is displayed and performed locally.

An increased allocation gives irrigators some confidence

With steadily increasing levels in Lake Glenmaggie, Macalister Irrigation District irrigators have been allocated 100 per cent high reliability allocation, giving them confidence to plan for the coming season.

Eagles show excellence

Anorth thriller was expected, and Maffra and Leongatha delivered.

Students in climate rally

About 200 people joined the School Strike for Climate Australia protest at Sale's Clocktower mall, to vent their anger at government "inaction" on climate change.

Fulham home destroyed by fire

A Fulham house was destroyed by fire on Friday morning.

Male arrested following Sale stand off

A 17-year-old male has been arrested, following a three and a half hour stand off with police in Sale, allegedly involving a bow and arrow and a machete.

New laws mean animal activists could face jail

Militant animal activists who use social media and websites to encourage others to invade and trespass on farms now will face up to five years in prison.

Dry conditions increase Wellington fire risk

While the recent sunshine and warmer temperatures have provided some welcome relief from the icy grasp of winter, it serves as a reminder that the fire danger period is not far away.

Heyfield student’s winning argument for a bike path

Heyfield Primary School grade six student Remy Grogan has been awarded third placed in a state parliament initiative.

Michelle’s dairy good day

More than 150 people with disabilities took part in a day of work experience across various industries in Gippsland recently, in what served as a good way to promote equal opportunity employment.

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