Port Albert planning frustration drags on
Wellington Shire Council will send the debate surrounding rezoning land around Port Albert to a panel of planning experts.
Chester welcomes coalition agreement
The Nationals have used this week's change of Prime Minister to secure a new coalition agreement with the Liberals.
Rosedale burglary
Police are investigating a burglary at a cafe in Rosedale that happened in the early hours of Monday morning.
One or three wards for shire
The Victorian Electoral Commission is seeking feedback on options for Wellington Shire Council's electoral structure.
Upturned trailer blocks road
A truck rollover on the Rosedale-Longford Rd on Wednesday afternoon caused disruption to traffic for more than an hour.
Paper mill jobs fears
Workers from the Australian Paper Maryvale mill took to the streets on Friday to protest against the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement they said would cost their jobs and those of thousands of plantation timber and transport workers.
Flying Doctors on the road
The new Sale headquarters of the Royal Flying Doctor Service was officially opened on Friday by Health and Ambulance Services Minister Jill Hennessy.
Early grants boost shire’s funds
The earlier than expected receipt of federal government grants has boosted Wellington Shire Council's bottom line.
Man arrested over Moe sexual assault
A man has been arrested following an alleged sexual assault in Moe last week.
Horrendous cruelty
Police and community members have been left stunned after a kangaroo was allegedly tied behind a car and dragged along the South Gippsland Highway over the weekend.
Vehicle roll-over
Maffra police are investigating following a single vehicle accident in Riverslea on Wednesday night.
Esso dispute drags on
AMWU organiser Steve Dodds is not hopeful of a swift resolution to the ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations with Esso.