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Gippsland says ‘yes’

Wellington Shire’s residents rejoiced after months of campaigning at a ‘yes’ party in Sale on Wednesday night, as the nation-wide survey revealed an overwhelming vote in favour of same-sex marriage.

Native forest, plantation mix needed

The state opposition has supported using plantations to supplement Gippsland’s native forest industry, but opposes any moves to stop native forest harvesting.

Nats launch TAFE relocation petition

Gippsland South MLA Danny O'Brien has launched a petition calling on the state government to fund the relocation of Federation Training's Fulham campus into Sale.

Curbing the shire’s overdose rates

A training session on how to respond administer an opioid reversal medication was held in Sale last week to address the rapidly increasing ambulance attendances for overdoses in the Wellington Shire.

Contract for Cowwarr upgrade

Cowwarr Recreation Reserve will get its long-awaited upgrade, with Wellington Shire Council awarding the contract for the clubrooms redevelopment.

Lease uncertainty hinders museum

Gippsland Armed Forces Museum has called for a resolution to the uncertainty that has dogged its current lease arrangements.

Road barriers block buses

Recently installed barriers along the Sale-Maffra Rd are too close to the road for some bus drivers to open their doors in an emergency.

Lest we forget

Crowds paused to reflect for Remembrance Day at war memorials across the district.

Vic Opera stuns students

Victorian Opera returned to Sale with two unforgettable productions at the Wedge.

Bold mural dominates RSL wall

A mural commemorating Australia's military history was officially unveiled on Saturday, Remembrance Day.

Bath in road accident

Eastern Victoria MLC Melina Bath is recovering in hospital after she was involved in a road accident on Wednesday afternoon.

Stratford highway upgrade information session

VicRoads has used the feedback from a previous public consultation to develop designs for its highway upgrade through Stratford.

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