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Port Albert Boat ramp contract is awarded

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

Fire restrictions in force early

Fire restrictions in Wellington Shire have been announced earlier than expected.

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.

Sophie is a state youth ambassador

Unlike the scarecrows that dot her farm, Rosedale's Sophie Crooke has been recognised for much more than just being outstanding in her field.

Police praise driver behaviour during the long weekend

Wellington Highway Patrol said it was a credit to all the motorists who travelled through the area that only 53 general traffic offences were recorded during the long weekend.

Allegations man was threatened with a knife in Dawson St, Sale

A man is in custody after an alleged attempted armed robbery in Sale on Saturday night.

Esso hits back at union claims

The Australian head of Esso's production operations has defended the oil giant's commitment to the Gippsland community, against a sea of union "misinformation" and claims that it pays no tax.

Demolition underway

The old Sale Ambulance Station in Cunninghame St is being demolished to make way for a new state-of-the-art facility.

Police on scent of perfume

Following the theft of perfume from a pharmacy in Sale on May 28, police are seeking to contact the female in the image, as they believe she will be able to help with enquiries.

Daylight savings begins Sunday

Daylight saving will begin this Sunday. People should put their clocks forward one hour before going to bed Saturday night, with daylight saving officially coming into force at 2am Sunday.

Long weekend police blitz targets drivers

Dangerous drivers could find themselves sidelined if they give Victoria Police a reason to penalise them this grand final long weekend.

The Priscilla Flotilla

A fun new event at Lake Glenmaggie has been organised to raise money to support breast cancer sufferers. The Priscilla Flotilla, on October 8, will see dozens of boats and watercraft "all dressed up" and looking fabulous, for a "promenade of silliness on the water", according to organiser Alanna Smith.

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