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.
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.
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.
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.




