Health warnings over smoke are issued by EPA
Authorities have issued health warnings over the blanket of smoke that has been generated by bushfires which continue to burn out of control in Wellington Shire’s north.
Mountain cattlemen call for more planned burns
Recent bushfires throughout Gippsland would have been less severe if more planned burns had been carried out, according to the president of the Mountain Cattlemen’s Association of Victoria.
Mirridong to get $2.32m for units
Mirridong Services will receive $2.32 million from the federal government to help people with disabilities in the Yarram district.
Taking action on drugs
An additional 72 Local Drug Action Teams will be rolled out across the nation to tackle the harm caused by drugs and alcohol misuse.
Nurses seek pay rise
Nurses walked off the job on Thursday at Fulham Correctional Centre, as they continued their campaign for more pay and improved leave entitlements.
Fire merge fear
Authorities fear fires in the High Country will merge in the next couple of days.
Vehicle impounded at Stratford
Police impounded a vehicle at Stratford on Wednesday after receiving numerous calls from the public about erratic driving.
Sale rental shortage
Wellington Shire’s rental vacancy rate has been listed among the lowest in regional Victoria, illustrating a strong demand for rental properties in the area.
Playing a waiting game
Residents close to bushfire areas have been playing a familiar waiting game.
Fire threat far from over
Local fire warnings have been downgraded to advice messages, as fire behaviour has moderated in the past few days, but authorities are warning there is potential for it to flare again during this weekend’s warmer weather and predicted winds.
CCTV cameras will be installed in Sale soon
The installation of a long-awaited CCTV security system in Sale in April is expected to improve security and reduce crime in the central business district.
Report of harassment by man near lake
A young Gippsland woman who was harassed and intimidated by a man at Lake Guthridge in Sale on Monday night is warning other women to be alert.
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