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Police praise driver behaviour during the long weekend

Wellington Highway Patrol said it was a credit to all the motorists who travelled through the area that only 53 general traffic offences were recorded during the long weekend.

Allegations man was threatened with a knife in Dawson St, Sale

A man is in custody after an alleged attempted armed robbery in Sale on Saturday night.

Esso hits back at union claims

The Australian head of Esso's production operations has defended the oil giant's commitment to the Gippsland community, against a sea of union "misinformation" and claims that it pays no tax.

Demolition underway

The old Sale Ambulance Station in Cunninghame St is being demolished to make way for a new state-of-the-art facility.

Police are investigating a theft from Sale hospital

Police are investigating a theft from Sale hospital on July 19, and want to speak with the male depicted in this image as he may be able to help with enquiries.

Police on scent of perfume

Following the theft of perfume from a pharmacy in Sale on May 28, police are seeking to contact the female in the image, as they believe she will be able to help with enquiries.

Daylight savings begins Sunday

Daylight saving will begin this Sunday. People should put their clocks forward one hour before going to bed Saturday night, with daylight saving officially coming into force at 2am Sunday.

Long weekend police blitz targets drivers

Dangerous drivers could find themselves sidelined if they give Victoria Police a reason to penalise them this grand final long weekend.

The Priscilla Flotilla

A fun new event at Lake Glenmaggie has been organised to raise money to support breast cancer sufferers. The Priscilla Flotilla, on October 8, will see dozens of boats and watercraft "all dressed up" and looking fabulous, for a "promenade of silliness on the water", according to organiser Alanna Smith.

Meet Ivan, Australia’s longest serving butcher

After 72 years in the trade, Newry's most loved meat man, Ivan McNally, has decided it's finally time to close up shop.

Bushfire escape

A Heyfield family was lucky to escape after a bushfire rapidly approached during a camping trip near Buchan at the weekend.

Sprinkler system stolen

Police are appealing for public help after a sprinkler system was stolen from Boisdale Consolidated School sometime between 3pm on Tuesday and 10am Wednesday.

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