Beach clean-up notices
Wellington Shire Council wants to assure owners of undevelopable land on the 90 Mile Beach that clean-up warnings only apply to properties near an established house.
Pool, spas not meeting standards
Owners of pools and spas in Wellington Shire are being urged to step up their compliance, with 60 per cent of inspections so far failing barrier regulations.
Shops close, jobs go
Staff at three of Sale's core fashion stores are reeling after being told the shops at Gippsland Centre will shut their doors on Sunday.
New speed restriction zone
In a safety boost for students and residents, a new 60 kilometre per hour school speed zone will be implemented on the Princes Highway in Sale, adjacent to the new Sale Specialist School from Tuesday.
Council looks at issues relating to growth
Three issues relating to potential residential growth in the Sale area will go before Wellington Shire Council on Tuesday night.
Food and wine festival delights
Sampling the best produce from across the region, hundreds of people from Gippsland and beyond attended this year’s Heyfield Food and Wine Festival.
Pets poisoned in Briagolong
UPDATED: Police and RSPCA officers are investigating the poisoning of pet dogs and cats in Briagolong.
Greens reject gas plan
Gippsland's green groups have rejected claims by state Nationals leader Peter Walsh that more gas exploration will reduce prices and relieve shortages.
Lucky ‘duck’ is rescued in Sale
Wellington Shire’s stunning lakes and wetlands are home to a wonderful array of water birds, but one strange looking visitor to a Guthridge Parade backyard this week still came as a surprise to a bird-loving Sale couple.
Councillor’s biosecurity motion falls flat
A plea by Wellington Shire councillor Keith Mills for council to adopt a stronger policy on animal welfare biosecurity when handling straying stock failed to win the approval of other councillors.
Police investigate car and truck crash
Police are investigating an incident last week where a truck and a sedan collided at Kilmany.
Unlocked cars targeted by thieves
Police have again warned Wellington Shire residents to lock their cars, after 19 from 22 reported thefts in the past month were from unlocked cars.
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Council awards over $130,000 in Community Assistance Grants
Wellington Shire Council has awarded $130,997 in funding to 27 local community groups as part of the August 2025 round of Community Assistance Grants....
