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Aug 17, 2026

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Victoria to vaccinate 5,000 little penguins against bird flu as virus hits Phillip Island population

It may be the world's largest wildlife immunisation program.

Animals

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Aug 14, 2026

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2 min read

“Take the pressure off”: More than 11,000 people in Gippsland used a virtual emergency department last year

The system delivers care to about 1,000 patients a day across Victoria.

Healthcare

Jul 30, 2026

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7 min read

Who can I vote for across Gippsland at the 2026 Victorian election?

Our guide to November’s state election, who you can vote for and what they hope to achieve if they are elected into power.

Election

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4 things to know about Gippsland’s little penguin bird flu outbreak

Aug 18, 2026

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2 min read

4 things to know about Gippsland’s little penguin bird flu outbreak

With a confirmed death over the weekend, the vaccine roll out has become a matter of urgency.

Animals

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Jacob Wallace
Jacob Wallace
Potholes, parking or crime: What is the biggest issue in Traralgon?

Aug 19, 2026

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Potholes, parking or crime: What is the biggest issue in Traralgon?

The Monitor asked residents what their biggest gripe was.

Latrobe City Council

Jacob Wallace
Jacob Wallace

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South Gippsland Shire

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Gippsland wind farm agreements promise jobs and revenue for Indigenous community and region

Aug 20, 2026

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Gippsland wind farm agreements promise jobs and revenue for Indigenous community and region

“Gunai/Kurnai people are going to benefit from this, but the conversations we're having are going to benefit the broader community as well.”

Aug 19, 2026

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1 min read

Potholes, parking or crime: What is the biggest issue in Traralgon?

The Monitor asked residents what their biggest gripe was.

Aug 19, 2026

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4 min read

Newsletter: How to vaccinate a penguin

Plus: Ultimate September event guides.

Aug 18, 2026

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2 min read

4 things to know about Gippsland’s little penguin bird flu outbreak

With a confirmed death over the weekend, the vaccine roll out has become a matter of urgency.

Aug 18, 2026

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2 min read

September gig guide: The best live music in Gippsland this month

From Australian rock’n’roll royalty and concerto pianists to country singer-songwriters and jazz bands, there are heaps of shows to choose from.

TRENDING


4 things to know about Gippsland’s little penguin bird flu outbreak

4 things to know about Gippsland’s little penguin bird flu outbreak

With a confirmed death over the weekend, the vaccine roll out has become a matter of urgency.

Animals

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September gig guide: The best live music in Gippsland this month

September gig guide: The best live music in Gippsland this month

From Australian rock’n’roll royalty and concerto pianists to country singer-songwriters and jazz bands, there are heaps of shows to choose from.

Events

Vaccination program set to go ahead as Phillip Island little penguin dies from H5N1 bird flu

Vaccination program set to go ahead as Phillip Island little penguin dies from H5N1 bird flu

The virus was also detected in a crested tern at Gippsland Lakes.

Conservation

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Gippsland councils plan for 15,000 jobs as Australia's first offshore wind auction nears

Gippsland councils plan for 15,000 jobs as Australia's first offshore wind auction nears

Developers will bid for the first 2GW of turbine power in the Bass Strait.

Energy

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Victoria to vaccinate 5,000 little penguins against bird flu as virus hits Phillip Island population

Victoria to vaccinate 5,000 little penguins against bird flu as virus hits Phillip Island population

It may be the world's largest wildlife immunisation program.

Animals

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What's on in Gippsland this September?

What's on in Gippsland this September?

Whether you’re into mountain biking, magic shows or seafood festivals there’s plenty to do this month.

Events

“Take the pressure off”: More than 11,000 people in Gippsland used a virtual emergency department last year

“Take the pressure off”: More than 11,000 people in Gippsland used a virtual emergency department last year

The system delivers care to about 1,000 patients a day across Victoria.

Healthcare

Jacinta Allan quits politics

Jacinta Allan quits politics

The former premier has held the seat of Bendigo East for 27 years.

State Government

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