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A subsidiary of ExxonMobil has begun an offshore exploration drilling program in the Gippsland Basin to search for new sources of gas.

A driver who pleaded not guilty after being caught speeding in Rosedale last year failed to have his fine quashed, after the court found that he did not raise “reasonable doubt” about his guilt.

Immediate cash injections, alternative feed sources and cutting red tape on pest control and welfare assistance were some of the main concerns of Gippsland’s drought-affected families, state Agricultural Minister Jaala Pulford heard when she spoke to farmers at Bengworden on Tuesday.

Farmers have been given “conflicting” information and advice regarding PFAS, according to Erin Brokovich.

In its 60th year, the Gippsland and District International Winter Dog Show, held in Maffra, brought sunshine and hundreds of dogs of all shapes and sizes.

Politicians from both major parties have been urged to give pre-election commitments to funding upgrades for the Maffra and District Hospital.

Locals are pitching in for drought relief.

People of all abilities have had the chance to try wheelchair basketball in Sale.

Gippsland MHR Darren Chester has urged Liberal Party MPs responsible for ending Malcolm Turnbull’s leadership to “pull their heads in” and unite behind new Prime Minister Scott Morrison.

A man escaped uninjured after hitting a tree with his vehicle near Woodside on Sunday.

Wellington Shire Council will seek an increase in state government support for drought-affected farmers.

Fire restrictions begin in Wellington Shire on September 10.