CarbonNet looks to next phases of project off Golden Beach
The CarbonNet project, which is exploring methods of storing carbon dioxide in rock formations under Bass Strait, hopes to begin its next phase by the end of the year.
Marist Bro behind bars awaiting sentence
Prolific paedophile offender Marist Brother Gerard McNamara is behind bars after being remanded in custody.
Netting debate rages, as lakes under stress
The push for a ban on netting in the Gippsland Lakes is gaining momentum, as Wellington Shire anglers and commercial fishers butt heads over how to protect the lakes and increase dwindling fish stocks.
Man is arrested over alleged Maffra assault
A man in his early 20s was arrested after allegedly assaulting another man and causing criminal damage at a licensed venue in Maffra on Wednesday night.
Series of car crashes on local roads
Police have warned drivers to be careful at night, following four crashes on local roads over the weekend.
Floral favourites
Sale Floral Art hosted its largest attendance yet at an impressive wedding-themed luncheon.
90 years of care
A celebration to commemorate 90 years of Royal Flying Doctor Service was held in Sale.
The call that could change David’s life
Like 1400 other Australians on the organ transplant waiting list, David Murphy hopes that any day now, he’ll get the phone call that could change his life.
Millions lost to pokies
A total $21.26 million was lost in Wellington Shire gaming venues last financial year, down slightly from $21.8 million in 2016-17.
New entity proposed to serve four Gippsland councils
Four Gippsland councils, including Wellington Shire, are exploring an innovative operating model which aims to maintain service levels while reducing duplication, improving efficiency and increasing savings.
Huge interest in rescued Cavoodles
Dogs and puppies seized from an alleged illegal commercial breeding operation earlier in the month have been hot property, with host-shelter Animal Aid forced to close expressions of interest only two days after opening them because of the sheer number of enquiries.
Money for local aged care
Sale's Wilson Lodge and Yarram’s St Elmo’s Nursing Home and Crossley House Hostel are three aged care services from 38 across the state that will receive state funding for upgrades.




