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Nationals propose farmer veto on CSG

The Nationals have taken a step towards attracting the vote of residents concerned about the affect of unconventional gas operations on farmland.

Guy launches Rossetti’s campaign

Liberal Party leader Matthew Guy was in Sale on Sunday to launch Liberal candidate Scott Rossetti's campaign for the Gippsland South by-election.

Candidate runs to ‘expose corruption’

Gerard Donohue has entered the Gippsland South by-election to "expose corruption" in the judicial and political systems.

Independent frustrated with party system

Frustrated by the party system, Viv Pepper will contest the Gippsland South by-election as an independent candidate.

Chance to change direction: Lib Dems

The people of Gippsland South have an opportunity to choose a new direction for the electorate, according to Liberal Democratic Party candidate Jim McDonald.

Sanders critical of Ryan departure

Former Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan should have served a full term in parliament before retiring from politics, according to independent candidate Warren Sanders.

Eight candidates for by-election

Eight candidates, including four independents, will contest the Gippsland South by-election.

O’Brien resigns to contest by-election

Nationals candidate Danny O'Brien has burnt his bridges by formally resigning from the Legislative Council to focus on winning the Gippsland South by-election.

Stevens St debate … to be continued

Despite opposition from the mayor, a panel of planning experts will be asked to look into an application to build homes along Stevens St, Sale.

Minister invited to visit the MID

Water Minister Lisa Neville has been invited to visit Gippsland to see first-hand the merits of modernising the Macalister Irrigation District.

Drugs, canisters tested

Police are awaiting results of forensic analysis after drums and canisters were found under a bridge in Briagolong.

Teen fined for mower ride

A local teenager has been issued with two infringement notices for allegedly riding a ride-on lawnmower on a roadway near Stratford.

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Foster St footpath put on agenda

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