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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.

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.

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.

Meet Ivan, Australia’s longest serving butcher

After 72 years in the trade, Newry's most loved meat man, Ivan McNally, has decided it's finally time to close up shop.

Bushfire escape

A Heyfield family was lucky to escape after a bushfire rapidly approached during a camping trip near Buchan at the weekend.

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