Duston to house a new explosives facility
DefendTex will receive $1.5 million in federal funding to build a manufacturing and testing facility for propellants and explosives at Dutson.
More land earmarked
More than 2200 residential lots could be created in Sale following the adoption of a development plan for the city’s northern outskirts.
Safety improvements for barriers on highway
Safety improvements will be made to the steel barriers along the Princes Highway between Stratford and Sale following concerns about poor visibility and confusion for drivers.
Smouldering butt culprit
A smouldering cigarette butt in a plastic ashtray caused a house fire in Tinamba on Friday.
Donations sought to Share the Dignity
Local women are getting behind a nationwide charity to make life a little easier for women experiencing homelessness and poverty.
RAAF base marks 75 years
RAAF Base East Sale marked 75 years of operation with a parade and flypast on Friday.
Missing man is found
Police and State Emergency Service volunteers found a missing man in Coongulla on Thursday night.
Bishop responds
The Catholic Diocese of Sale has responded to publicity relating to a potential class action over historical child sexual and physical abuse allegations at St Patrick’s College in Sale.
March on Esso headquarters
An estimated 1000 workers marched on Esso’s Melbourne headquarters, as the stand-off outside Longford Gas Plants between Esso, UGL, unions and employees ticked over 300 days.
Land is returned
A parcel of land at Hollands Landing was officially handed back to the Gunaikurnai people in a moving ceremony.
Shire’s draft budget is up for comment
A $35 increase in the kerbside rubbish collection charge has been proposed as Wellington Shire Council looks to find a solution to its recycling issue.
Barriers contributing to roo deaths?
Roadside barriers along the Longford-Loch Sport Rd are resulting in increased kangaroo deaths, according to locals.





