Sawmills put pressure on state
Six Gippsland sawmills have renewed pressure on the Victorian government, urging Premier Daniel Andrews in an open letter to save jobs, protect regional communities and return confidence to the timber industry.
‘Biggest roads maintenance blitz in history’
The state government will launch what it says will be the biggest regional road maintenance blitz Victoria has ever seen.
Stolen good and drugs found in Won Wron
Detectives have seized a motor car, two motorcycles and two firearms, all allegedly stolen, after executing warrants in Won Wron.
Man in court over driving, weapons offences
A 27-year-old Maffra man was convicted and fined for driving and weapons offences.
Fire Danger Period is ending
The Fire Danger Period and Seasonal Prohibited Period will end in the Wellington, Latrobe, Baw Baw, South Gippsland and Bass Coast municipalities on Tuesday.
As state budget looms, MLA has a wish list
Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said the state government had one final chance to address the needs of his electorate in Tuesday’s state budget.
It’s PNG’s hour of need, and time to pay back
A local man is calling for annual Anzac Day commemorations to be a reminder of the Papua New Guinean carriers who helped save lives in the Kokoda campaign of World War 2.
The story behind a treasured ‘souvenired’ tattered flag
A tattered red flag was the star attraction at Loch Sport's Anzac Day celebrations.
Bairnsdale pursuit and armed robbery
A 19-year-old man has been charged following an alleged pursuit and armed robbery in the Bairnsdale area.
We will remember
At memorials and cenotaphs across Wellington Shire, people paused to pay respects to fallen Australian and New Zealand servicemen and women on Wednesday.
Safety improvements for barriers on highway
Safety improvements will be made to the steel barriers along the Princes Highway between Stratford and Sale following concerns about poor visibility and confusion for drivers.
Tougher drink and drug driving penalties
Motorists caught driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs will lose their licences, as tough new penalties roll out at the end of the month.
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Depth and diversity at East Gippsland Art Gallery
Two new exhibitions, showcasing the depth and diversity of Gippsland’s creative talent, will open at the East Gippsland Art Gallery this Friday.
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