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Minister rejects claims

Minister for Education and Training Senator Simon Birmingham has rejected claims the federal government did not consult with the Catholic school sector before unveiling funding reform plans on May 2.

Club welcomes development

More development in Longford could be the saviour of local sporting clubs struggling for numbers, according to the president of Sale Golf Club.

Rev-head Muir quits AMEP

Surprise senator and now Heyfield sawmill owner Ricky Muir has announced that his involvement with the Australian Motoring Enthusiasts Party is over, but his interest in a political career is not.

Fire services changes

As part of major changes to Victoria's fire brigade structure, the CFA will receive $56 million for training, leadership and recruitment, as well as a new $44 million station improvement fund.

Driver dies in crash

A man died in a car crash at Traralgon East late Friday night.

CFA shake-up

The Country Fire Authority will become a volunteer-only firefighting organisation under a re-organisation of Victoria's fire services.

No offers on ASH mill

Australian Sustainable Hardwoods management has indicated it may consider "a genuine offer" from the government to buy its Heyfield mill.

New video link to kids’ surgeons

Central Gippsland Health Service will be among hospitals participating in a new direct video link to improve paediatric care.

New skate part complete

The $530,000 refurbishment of the Sale Skate Park is complete.

Woman dies in Bruthen crash

A woman has died following a head-on collision in Bruthen on Wednesday.

Witnesses sought to Gormandale fatal

Police are seeking witnesses to a fatal car accident in Gormandale earlier this month.

Seven new paramedics start work in Sale

Seven new full-time paramedics and a new ambulance are now working in Sale.

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