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Walk highlights indigenous issues

West Australian man Clinton Pryor took a well earned rest in Sale this week as he makes his way on foot from Perth to Parliament House in Canberra.

Our census snapshot

Wellington Shire’s population rose by 3.7 per cent in the past five years, according to figures from the 2016 Australian Census released this week.

Northe takes leave of absence

Morwell MLA Russell Northe is taking a leave of absence while he seeks assistance for some personal health issues.

Funding for Gippsland rail confirmed

More than half-a-billion dollars will be invested on the Gippsland train line, after the federal government agreed to a major funding boost towards Victoria's Regional Rail package.

Abattoir blaze

A blaze at Gordyn's Abattoir on Cobains Rd, Sale, overnight is currently being investigated by the CFA.

Young mum warns not to ignore symptoms

If Sale woman Mallory Krusic had not gone to the doctor when things "didn't seem right", she wouldn't be here today to cuddle her toddlers or promote the message that prevention is the key to good health.

What now for Sale’s historic AMP building?

For years it was associated with night life, loud music and hard partying, but one of the Sale's earliest and grandest 20th century buildings may be about to get a new lease of life.

Health service is re-branding

Central Gippsland Health Service is re-branding, with a new name and a new logo.

The latest crime figures show a small increase

Crime in Wellington Shire has increased by 0.4 per cent in the past year, according to the latest Crime Statistics Victoria report.

Heyfield remains stoic

Despite looming job losses at the ASH green mill, Heyfield is determined to carry on.

Next steps for Kalbar project

Last Tuesday's Gippsland Times article regarding a public meeting about the proposed Fingerboard mineral sands open cut mine at Glenaladale incorrectly described the materials sought as "heavy metals".

New aged care facility to open next month

More than $1.5 million each year has been allocated for a new aged care home in Sale to provide 24 additional aged care places in Wellington Shire.

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