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Change to Gippsland likely

A change is likely to the Gippsland division when the Australian Electoral Commission completes its redistribution of Victoria’s federal electoral boundaries.

Chester comments on new portfolio

Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said he was surprised and disappointed after two of his Nationals colleagues were ejected from parliament.

Gippsland overdose deaths

Almost 60 accidental drug overdose deaths in Gippsland from 2011 to 2015 has prompted a seminar in Sale to boost responses to overdoses, which have been described as “a growing tragedy”.

Cameron Sporting Complex ‘considered’ for upgrade

The proposed redevelopment of Maffra's Cameron Sporting Complex will be considered for state government funding.

Next steps for proposed offshore wind farm

The next step for the development of Offshore Energy’s massive windfarm proposal off Port Albert is environmental exploration.

More health study tests

Following an information session in Sale recently, the Hazelwood Health Study began more clinical tests last week.

Leadbeater protection costs VicForests

Wood supply cutbacks because of Leadbeater's Possum protection measures, which decimated supply to a Heyfield sawmill, plunged VicForests into the red in 2016-17, according to the company's annual report.

Locals to carry the baton

Several locals are among the runners in the Queen's Baton Relay, leading into the Commonwealth Games at the Gold Coast in April.

MG set to be sold

Milk co-operative Murray Goulburn looks set to be sold to Canadian conglomerate Saputo for $1.3 billion.

Sale Show this week

Everyone's favourites will be back at this year's Sale Show, according to Sale and District Agricultural Society.

Chester’s increased workload

Gippsland MHR Darren Chester will become acting Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, following Senator Fiona Nash's ejection from parliament.

Murder charges over death of Jade Goodwin

Two men facing murder charges over the murder of 39-year-old Jade Goodwin have appeared in court.

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