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COVID restrictions, now flooding, hit local sport
LOCAL sporting clubs and associations are eagerly awaiting news about whether restrictions will be eased further this week.
But the condition of some grounds and...
Recovery underway, but more rain is coming
RECOVERY efforts are underway across Wellington Shire following last week's destructive weather, as authorities keep one eye on this week's forecast.
As predicted, an east...
Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund launches appeal for flood victims
GIPPSLAND Emergency Relief Fund has launched an appeal for financial donations to provide flood-affected residents with immediate support.
GERF spokesperson Barry Whitehead announced the new...
South Gippsland Highway reopens between Sale and Longford
UPDATED 12/6/21, 2pm:
THE South Gippsland Highway has reopened between Sale and Longford.
The section of the highway reopened this morning after closing last night.
The highway,...
Storms lashing Gippsland
HEAVY rain and wild winds wreaked havoc across Wellington Shire on Wednesday night, creating a sodden mess of downed trees, debris and water over...
Local business community welcomes easing of restrictions, but it’s still tough for many
LOCAL business people have welcomed the easing of restrictions, but concede it is still tough for many.
Stobies Mensland, Maffra, proprietor Marcus Stobie described the...
More local sport to return
MOST senior sport will return next week following the state government's easing of COVID restrictions across regional Victoria.
Acting Premier James Merlino on Wednesday announced...
Gippsland on flood alert
THE state's eyes are on Gippsland, as authorities predict flooding in the state's east similar to the devastating 2012 and 2007 floods.
An east coast...
Gippsland house prices surge
FINDING a home in Gippsland is slipping out of the reach of many local residents, as tree changers put pressure on the rental market...
Juniors take centre stage as senior sport remains sidelined
MOST senior sport was sidelined for the second consecutive weekend.
Despite restrictions across regional Victoria easing on Friday, community sport was only permitted to resume...
Winter has officially arrived: flooding and weather warnings expected
GIPPSLAND will begin its forecasted warmer than average winter with an Antarctic blast this week, which brings the potential for flooding locally.
A strong cold...
Regional restriction rollback receives relieved reception
NEWS of restrictions being eased for regional Victorians was being celebrated locally on Wednesday, although not without caution.
Stratford mum Jo Wilton took her brood...
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Maffra Band Spring Concert at Maffra Memorial Hall
Spring into spring with Maffra Municipal Band’s gala concert on Sunday, August 31, from 2pm to 4.30pm at the Maffra Memorial Hall.
Tickets are $10,...
