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Sep 18, 2026

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Bass Coast Shire moves to ban smart glasses from public pools, libraries

One councillor said the technology poses a risk to community privacy and safety.

Sep 16, 2026

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Why the Wonthaggi whistle at noon was music to the ears of hungry workers

When it blew, time to down tools at the power station.

Jul 30, 2026

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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.

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Buried under water and silt: Gippsland’s coastal farmers prepare for overflow

Sep 17, 2026

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Buried under water and silt: Gippsland’s coastal farmers prepare for overflow

The drain strain could cost the area $24 billion as low-lying farms are overwhelmed.

Jacob Wallace

Are the decades-old rumours of a decapitated circus elephant in Stratford true?

Sep 16, 2026

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Are the decades-old rumours of a decapitated circus elephant in Stratford true?

Gavan Donoghue has interviewed hundreds of people about the story.

Jacob Wallace

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In Gippsland, police and family violence support groups brace for AFL grand final weekend

Sep 18, 2026

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In Gippsland, police and family violence support groups brace for AFL grand final weekend

As the season reaches its pinnacle, there is an increase in alcohol consumption, substance abuse and problem gambling.

Sep 18, 2026

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Why rising sea levels are set to cost Gippsland billions

Low-lying farmland across the region is facing a higher risk of water inundation.

Sep 18, 2026

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1 min read

Bass Coast Shire moves to ban smart glasses from public pools, libraries

One councillor said the technology poses a risk to community privacy and safety.

Sep 18, 2026

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Newsletter: Circus elephant loses its head

Plus: Gippsland farms face aquatic onslaught.

Sep 17, 2026

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2 min read

Buried under water and silt: Gippsland’s coastal farmers prepare for overflow

The drain strain could cost the area $24 billion as low-lying farms are overwhelmed.

Newsletter: Circus elephant loses its head

Plus: Gippsland farms face aquatic onslaught.

Buried under water and silt: Gippsland’s coastal farmers prepare for overflow

The drain strain could cost the area $24 billion as low-lying farms are overwhelmed.

Why the Wonthaggi whistle at noon was music to the ears of hungry workers

When it blew, time to down tools at the power station.

Are the decades-old rumours of a decapitated circus elephant in Stratford true?

Gavan Donoghue has interviewed hundreds of people about the story.

Newsletter: Beware Sir Swoopalot

Plus: Juicy burgers and backflips.

Bass Coast Shire councillor moves to ban smart glasses with built-in cameras from pools, libraries

The tech is “being used to covertly record people without their consent or knowledge”.

When an angry magpie starts swooping in this Korumburra park, locals stay well away

Gippsland birds are built differently, as one South Australian family learned the hard way.

Baw Baw population boom will make housing even tougher for battlers. Is there a better way?

“We're seeing the impact of housing stress on our families ... on homeless services and community services.”

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Your go-to source for local news, events, and community stories across Gippsland.

MUST READ

Bass Coast Shire moves to ban smart glasses from public pools, libraries

Why the Wonthaggi whistle at noon was music to the ears of hungry workers

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

Buried under water and silt: Gippsland’s coastal farmers prepare for overflow

Are the decades-old rumours of a decapitated circus elephant in Stratford true?

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In Gippsland, police and family violence support groups brace for AFL grand final weekend

Why rising sea levels are set to cost Gippsland billions

Bass Coast Shire moves to ban smart glasses from public pools, libraries

Newsletter: Circus elephant loses its head

Buried under water and silt: Gippsland’s coastal farmers prepare for overflow

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Newsletter: Circus elephant loses its head

Buried under water and silt: Gippsland’s coastal farmers prepare for overflow

Why the Wonthaggi whistle at noon was music to the ears of hungry workers

Are the decades-old rumours of a decapitated circus elephant in Stratford true?

Newsletter: Beware Sir Swoopalot

Bass Coast Shire councillor moves to ban smart glasses with built-in cameras from pools, libraries

When an angry magpie starts swooping in this Korumburra park, locals stay well away

Baw Baw population boom will make housing even tougher for battlers. Is there a better way?

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