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Success for police in long weekend operation

Police detected 39 offences in the Wellington police service area during the Anzac long weekend as part of Operation Tribute.

Sale-Heyfield Rd reopened

Sale-Heyfield Rd has been reopened at the Princes Highway ahead of schedule.

Heritage award a big surprise

The presentation of the Ray Tonkin Volunteer of the Year award by Heritage Victoria to Peter Synan for his lifetime of service came as a complete surprise to the Sale historian.

MG boss steps down

Murray Goulburn managing director Gary Helou will step down from his role after the dairy co-operative slashed its profit forecast by as much as 40 per cent and cut the price it pays farmers for milk.

MG crisis: dairy farmers reeling

Dairy farmers in the local area will be heavily affected by milk co-operative Murray Goulburn's decision to drastically cut milk prices, with managing director Gary Helou stepping down and the share price plummeting.

Streets ahead with special charge scheme

Works are now well underway to improve the first street in the rollout of Wellington Shire's Residential Road and Street Construction program.

Another roundabout leading into Sale

Construction of a new roundabout at the junction of Cobains Rd and the Princes Highway on the northern edge of Sale will begin in coming weeks.

Maffra students are trail blazers

Students from Maffra Secondary College were at the launch of the Trailblazers Trail Project on Friday afternoon.

Pelican deaths investigated

Four pelicans have died in recent days at Lake Guyatt in Sale, with another in a serious condition and under veterinary care.

Shakespeare on the River Festival is launched

The Stratford Shakespeare on the River Festival was launched on Saturday.

Comment urged on shire budget

Wellington Shire ratepayers can expect a smaller increase in council rates than in past years, following Tuesday night's council meeting.

Hunters’ budget boost

The state government has announced $5.33 million in the Victorian Budget will be allocated to support sustainable hunting.

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