Lakes overrun with carp
Lake Wellington is overrun with carp because of a major spawning, with local rivers teeming with the invasive pests.
Change to Gippsland likely
A change is likely to the Gippsland division when the Australian Electoral Commission completes its redistribution of Victoria’s federal electoral boundaries.
Chester comments on new portfolio
Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said he was surprised and disappointed after two of his Nationals colleagues were ejected from parliament.
Leadbeater protection costs VicForests
Wood supply cutbacks because of Leadbeater's Possum protection measures, which decimated supply to a Heyfield sawmill, plunged VicForests into the red in 2016-17, according to the company's annual report.
Locals to carry the baton
Several locals are among the runners in the Queen's Baton Relay, leading into the Commonwealth Games at the Gold Coast in April.
Cameron Sporting Complex ‘considered’ for upgrade
The proposed redevelopment of Maffra's Cameron Sporting Complex will be considered for state government funding.
Next steps for proposed offshore wind farm
The next step for the development of Offshore Energy’s massive windfarm proposal off Port Albert is environmental exploration.
More health study tests
Following an information session in Sale recently, the Hazelwood Health Study began more clinical tests last week.
Murder charges over death of Jade Goodwin
Two men facing murder charges over the murder of 39-year-old Jade Goodwin have appeared in court.
Tender closes for roundabout work
Works on the Rosedale roundabout have taken a major step forward, with VicRoads' tender applications closing last week.
Our big weekend
It was a big weekend on the events calendar across Wellington Shire, with the Maffra Show on Friday and Saturday, and Sale Cup on Sunday.
Moss ‘n’ Dale wins Sale Cup
Moss 'n' Dale surged late to win the $200,000 Sale Cup for Moe trainer Peter Gelagotis on Sunday.
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