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.
Stolen car torched
Wellington Crime Investigation Unit is investigating a car fire at Munro on Wednesday.
Collision blocks Sale-Maffra Rd
The eastbound lane on the Sale-Maffra Rd was closed for several hours Wednesday night after a two vehicle collision at The Boulevard intersection.
Utility stripped
Alloy wheels stolen from car at Longford.
Crooked River cattle impounded
A lack of fencing has led to a Crooked River farmer having his stock impounded and claiming victimisation by Wellington Shire Council.
Push for new school
Wellington Shire Council is seeking to meet with Education Minister James Merlino to secure $15 million in funding for a new Sale Specialist School.
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.
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Algal bloom linked to fish deaths
People have been warned to avoid contact with the water in Lake Victoria after an algal bloom was detected.
The Environment Protection Authority suspects the...
