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UPDATED: McIntosh Drive to be closed to protect heat-stressed flying foxes

Wellington Shire Council will keep McIntosh Drive, Sale, and the adjacent footpath around Lake Guthridge closed until Friday evening to ensure the protection of...

Next two Gippsland Times issues a day early

The Gippsland Times will be published a day earlier the next two weeks. Issues will hit the newsstands on Tuesday, December 23, and Tuesday, December...

Wedge works next year

The Wedge Performing Arts Centre in Sale will undergo a redevelopment, as part of Wellington Shire Council’s vision to ensure it remains a vibrant...

No fee for safe disposal of recalled children’s kinetic sand at Kilmany

Wellington Shire Council is urging families, schools and businesses to safely dispose of recalled children’s kinetic sand products, which may contain asbestos, for no...

Council welcomes new Mayor and Deputy Mayor

Wellington Shire Council last night held a mayoral election which saw Councillor Cindy Madeley elected as Mayor and Councillor Liz Foat elected as Deputy...

Farcical AusPost weight limit forces Gippsland Farmer reduction

*This article was not produced by Wellington Shire Council, however, it is being shared under this section to enable access without a subscription. It...

Council awards over $130,000 in Community Assistance Grants

Wellington Shire Council has awarded $130,997 in funding to 27 local community groups as part of the August 2025 round of Community Assistance Grants....

Woodside Recreational Reserve scores LED lighting upgrade

The Woodside Recreation Reserve is set to shine brighter thanks to a major LED lighting upgrade that will improve safety, sustainability, and access for...

Tech helps libraries turn the page

Wellington Shire Council has provided more information on how local libraries will modernising their network through a significant technology upgrade, thanks to a $200,000...

Heritage honoured in Freedom of Entry march

When Wellington Shire Council mayor Scott Rossetti takes part in the Freedom of Entry march on Saturday, October 18, he will be doing more...

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