Tag: Wellington Shire Council
Council Beat – February 20 2024
Erika Allen and Stefan Bradley
THE second ordinary meeting of the year for Wellington Shire Council was short and sweet - going for a grand...
Port Albert’s updated flood risk measures
WELLINGTON Shire Council has endorsed new updated measures under the Building Regulations to manage floor levels in flood-prone urban areas within Port Albert.
The decision...
Police investigating after Derek Amos Community Hub set on fire
WELLINGTON Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating, following a fire in Sale at the former Sale High School at 55 Raymond Street.
Victoria Police say...
Yarram & surrounds: Supporting communities affected by ongoing power outage
In response to the ongoing power outage emergencies affecting our region, Wellington Shire Council is committed to supporting the community's recovery efforts.
Council is working...
Australia Day honours recognised by councillors
Erika Allen
COASTAL Ward Councillor, Gary Stephens recognised the remarkable Wellington residents acknowledged in this year's Australia Day Honours at Tuesday's council meeting.
Among the distinguished...
Local police raise alarm over road deaths
Police in Wellington and East Gippsland are alarmed at the number of drivers who continue to be caught breaking road rules.
Those caught speeding and...
P-Plater 60km/h over limit: Police Beat – January 16 2023
A P-PLATER was allegedly caught travelling more than 60km/h over the speed limit in Wurruk on the night of January 2.
Local officers were returning...
FoodWorks Loch Sport earns retailer award
FoodWorks Loch Sport has been crowned Australian United Retailer’s (AUR) VIC/SA/TAS Express Store of the Year at the 2023 AUR Store Excellence Awards.
Loch Sport...
Community Corner – December 15 2023
Maffra band this Sunday
Maffra Municipal Band presents Maffra Carols on Sunday, December 17 commencing at 7pm at the Maffra Recreation Reserve. BYO chair/rug. Santa...
Kerbside wheelie bins to be replaced
WELLINGTON Shire Council will shortly replace every household's kerbside bins as part of improvements to Wellington's waste collection service over the next few years.
All...
Ian Bye elected Chair of regional advocacy group One Gippsland
Wellington Shire Council Mayor, Ian Bye has been elected Chair of One Gippsland, an advocacy group that represents the Gippsland region at large.
As Chair...
State government reforms to improve local council culture
Stefan Bradley
WELLINGTON Shire Council has welcomed the state government's flagged legislative changes that aim to improve the accountability and performance of councillors across Victoria.
Last...
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Protect against mozzies following Loch Sport RRV detection
Two authorities have issued advice to travellers and residents heading to Wellington Shire’s coastal areas after routine mosquito trapping in Loch Sport detected Ross...
