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.
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.
Candidate wants more help for farmers
Gippsland East independent candidate Matt Stephenson wants more action to help farmers.
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.
Two airlifted after car and train collide
Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision between a V/Line train and car in Bairnsdale on Friday.
Abuse is hurled at female
Police are seeking witnesses to an incident in Raymond St, Sale, near the Coles car park entrance.
New Avon River bridge consultation is open
Public consultation has begun in preparation for the new $95 million rail bridge to be built over the Avon River at Stratford.
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.
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Next two Gippsland Times issues a day early
The Gippsland Times will be published a day earlier the next two weeks.
Issues will hit the newsstands on Tuesday, December 23, and Tuesday, December...
