Home News Page 573

News

Three children injured in two bike accidents

Two teenagers were airlifted to hospital after a quad bike accident near Devon North on Wednesday afternoon.

Rail, road works cause disruptions

People travelling from Gippsland to Melbourne last week will have already noticed the massive disruptions taking place, as the state government embarks on an infrastructure “blitz”.

Fires lit on total fire ban day

Despite Saturday being a total fire ban day and reaching temperatures of more than 40 degrees Celsius, a handful of people drew police attention after lighting fires.

CFA fire concerns

A senior CFA member has echoed statewide concerns that safety barriers along many of Wellington Shire’s roads will hamper fire fighting efforts and put emergency service responders in danger.

Glenmaggie goes gangbusters

While hundreds flock to the beach this summer, caravan park operators north of Heyfield are also reporting strong numbers.

Welcoming in 2018 in the local area

Apart from some troublemakers, Wellington Shire police reported most people were well behaved during New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Wee problems for unlucky New Year rider

A Vermont man is probably wishing he had filled up his motorcycle — for more reasons than one.

Serious assault in Dargo

Police are investigating a serious assault in Dargo on New Year’s Eve.

Council looking to a $14.8m surplus

Wellington Shire Council is expecting to record a surplus of $14.8 million this financial year.

Police talk safety with the local community

Discussing everything from mental health to wire rope barriers and family violence, a recent community safety forum in Sale allowed people to talk one-on-one with state and local police command.

Quick Jagger rolls in

Western Australian rival Quick Jagger stole the show in the Sale Cup, running away with $75,000 in prize money.

Land saga continues

Wellington Shire Council will begin the statutory process of compulsorily acquiring land in the ‘coastal dunes’ areas along the Ninety Mile Beach.

Latest News

Protect against mozzies following Loch Sport RRV detection

Two authorities have issued advice to travellers and residents heading to Wellington Shire’s coastal areas after routine mosquito trapping in Loch Sport detected Ross...