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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.

Tanker driver jobs to go at MG

Murray Goulburn will cut 60 tanker drivers and “a number of support roles”, including from its Maffra factory, responding to a reduction in milk supply.

Mixed response on new rent rules

New rules for tenants with pets have been met with a mix of delight and caution by tenants, animal advocates and real estate agents in Wellington Shire.

Concert for CanTeen

A young Maffra man is aiming to help as many people as he can who are affected by cancer, after he and his family went through one of the most difficult experiences imaginable.

Optus’ $4m commitment for Sale

Olympic swimming legend Ian Thorpe was in Sale last week to announce a $4 million upgrade to Optus’ 4G mobile coverage in Sale and surrounds.

Sports complex should be upgraded — Bull

The need to upgrade the Cameron Sports Complex in Maffra was the topic of discussion when Gippsland East MLA Tim Bull met with representatives of the Maffra Gymnastic Club last week.

House destroyed

Seven Sri Lankan nationals were lucky to escape uninjured on Saturday after a fire destroyed a Wurruk house.

Targeting riders, drivers

Local police are targeting the behaviour of riders and drivers during Operation Motosafe this month.

Port Albert Boat ramp contract is awarded

The long-awaited $1 million Port Albert boat ramp upgrade will go ahead.

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