Aggravated burglary in Longford
Police are investigating an aggravated burglary in Longford Monday morning.
Fire threat
Fire fighters are warning residents around Heyfield, Cowwarr and Toongabbie to stay informed, as a fire raging between Walhalla and Cowwarr was still not under control.
Calmer conditions assist fire crews
Forest Fire Management crews took advantage of calmer weather conditions on Thursday to strengthen containment lines around the remaining fires in the region and to check for and respond to any new fires.
Heat causes mass bat deaths
Wildlife experts are calling for a coordinated response from land managers during future days of extreme heat following the death of about 2400 endangered grey headed flying foxes in east Gippsland last weekend.
Anti-social behaviour condemned
An alarming spike in anti-social behaviour in Maffra has caused fear in the town, with locals alleging some youths are out of control.
Single vehicle accident
Sale Highway Patrol police attended a single vehicle accident on the Longford-Loch Sport Rd.
Traralgon burglary
Latrobe Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating following a burglary in Traralgon.
Fires sparked by lightning
Thunderstorms and lightning moved through the region on Wednesday, sparking numerous fires.
Walhalla bushfire not yet under control
A bushfire, just under seven kilometres north east of Walhalla, was not yet under control.
A heart for community
Stratford resident and dedicated volunteer and environmentalist Beth Ripper unassumingly jokes that she only does things that she likes.
Quiet achiever
Although quietly spoken, once Maffra man Peter Smyth shares his thoughts on what motivates him, it’s easy to see why he has been recognised with an Order of Australia Medal for service to the community through social welfare initiatives.
Flying fox heat stress
About 1900 grey-headed flying foxes have died in Maffra and Bairnsdale because of Friday’s extreme heat.
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