Decades-old beach blocks saga still causing grief
The daughter of a former Golden Beach block owner is questioning why Wellington Shire Council continued to send out rates notices to owners of blocks which could not be built on, when rates did not have to be paid.
Libs and Nats say they’ll kick in $13.4 million
The Liberal Nationals say they will provide $13.4 million to kick start the final stage of Macalister Irrigation District modernisation works, if elected in November.
Community concerns raised over proposed wind farm
Wellington Shire Council will ensure the state government hears the concerns of the local community regarding the Synergy Alberton wind farm proposal.
Alleged drugged driver
Police intercepted an allegedly drug-affected driver on the Princes Highway near Kilmany on Saturday.
Lakes at ‘crisis point’ — VRFish
VRFish, the peak body representing Victorian recreational fishers, is calling on all political parties to commit to a comprehensive fish recovery plan to save the iconic Gippsland Lakes fishery.
Boisdale Drought Breakers to host big auction night
After being moved to tears watching the stories of farmers in New South Wales, Heyfield’s Nicky Reeves knew she had to do something to help farmers affected by the drought.
Gala ball to help provide basics for foster children
Without the Women of Wellington Factor, A Better Life For Foster Kids founder Heather Baird would be without her van.
Highway screws-loose mystery
Large screws have been found in the tyres of vehicles heading west from Bairnsdale.
Woman airlifted
A 20-year-old woman was flown to Melbourne with critical head injuries after a car accident near Carrajung early Monday morning.
$60m in roadworks are rolled out across Gld
Almost $60 million in roadworks are being rolled out across Gippsland, including major repairs on the South Gippsland Highway.
Former locals star in AFL grand final
While Collingwood lost the AFL grand final to West Coast in a thriller, players on both sides had strong links to Wellington Shire.
Fatal crash at Hiamdale
A man has died after his car rolled down an embankment at Hiamdale.
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