Marist brother is sentenced
A former St Patrick’s College, Sale, Marist Brother and teacher who sexually abused boys while he was principal at another Gippsland school during the 1970s will serve nine months in jail, after previously receiving suspended sentences for similar assaults.
Greens candidate for Gippsland East announced
The Greens have announced Dr Deb Foskey will be their candidate for Gippsland East at this year’s state election.
Trail bike accident near Dargo
A 46-year-old man was airlifted to Melbourne with serious injuries after a trail bike accident near Dargo on Saturday.
Drugs can have long-lasting effects, drivers warned
Drivers and drug users may be unaware how long after consumption illicit drugs can be detected, the Sale Magistrates’ Court has heard.
Locals driving drought relief
One of several initiatives popping up across the district, there was a massive line around the corner for Sale’s Aussie Disposals’ drought relief gala on Thursday evening.
Stratfords of the World
It only comes around every two years, and this time, it’s our Stratford’s time to shine.
Beamer in blue
Get used to seeing highway cops in souped-up Beamers.
Sale Show is back
The Sale Agricultural Society, now running from its recently constructed headquarters, has a few new things for this year’s Sale Show.
More changes proposed
District football leagues, including North Gippsland and East Gippsland, will have under 17s competitions if the recommendations of an AFL Gippsland review are adopted.
One of Gippsland’s dairy success stories
Farmers and industry representatives at last Tuesday’s Farming for Success conference in Sale heard how in times of crisis, some Gippsland farmers achieve success by thinking outside the square on value adding, innovation, emerging markets, and “growth agriculture”.
Landmark agreement signed
A landmark agreement between Gunaikurnai land owners and the state government was signed at Stratford’s Knob Reserve at the weekend, to guide the joint management of 10 parks and reserves in Gippsland.
Rosedale roundabout officially opens
The new roundabout in Rosedale on the Princes Highway is officially open.
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FOGO collection begins soon
The collection of food organics and garden organics (FOGO) bins will begin across Wellington Shire next month.
FOGO services are beginning in three Gippsland shires...
