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O’Brien to seek Nationals pre-selection

Eastern Victoria MLC Danny O'Brien has admitted he could be taking a risk if he becomes the Nationals candidate for the Gippsland South by-election.

Ryan resigns

Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan has resigned.

Positive drug tests

Three local drivers will receive infringement notices after they each returned positive readings to preliminary oral fluid tests.

Wellington Shire communities honour their own

People from across Wellington Shire were recognised for their community efforts at local Australian Day events on Monday.

The Maffra and District Community Bank target reached

The Maffra and District Community Bank branch has reached its minimum capital raise target and the new branch is now set to open its doors in late February.

Viewer frustration

Gippslanders and people further afield have vented their frustrations at television reception dropping out and particular television stations not being available altogether since the switch to digital television

Lakes Oil hopes for drilling miles off

The government intendes to establish a parliamentary inquiry early this year to provide a full assessment of the issues associated with potential onshore gas development.

CSG Maffra and Districts meeting

CSG Maffra and Districts will hold a planning meeting next Monday, February 2, for a Tinamba, Newry and districts coal seam gas free declaration event.

A young man with community spirit

Seeing the community come together for a cause is a great thrill for Fulham's Benjamin Scarfo.

Taking up the community baton

Modesty appears to be one of David Harrington's most admirable qualities, after his charitable nature and dedication to the Sale community.

Fire medals for Gippsland duo

Two Gippsland Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning officers have received the Australian Fire Services Medal for their contributions to combating bushfires.

Local man’s OAM for youth work

Langsborough- Port Albert resident Wayne Bass has been awarded the Order of Australia Medal for noteworthy service to youth and to the community in the Australia Day 2015 Honours List.

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