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Aug 31, 2026

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Bass Coast Shire bets marginal seat status will deliver $30 million for aging aquatic centre

The council is seeking funding from state and federal governments for the $47 million Wonthaggi development.

Bass Coast Shire

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Aug 28, 2026

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2 min read

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

From cosy mountain villages to scenic lakeside spots, here’s our list for the best short vacation destinations.

Lifestyle

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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Latrobe City demands compensation as three coal mines seek water equal to five Sydney Harbours

Aug 31, 2026

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2 min read

Latrobe City demands compensation as three coal mines seek water equal to five Sydney Harbours

“We’re the only region in Australia that has three coal mines within 30km of each other.”

Environment

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Jacob Wallace
Jacob Wallace
Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

Aug 28, 2026

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1 min read

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

The Filipino owners moved to the town in 2020 and fell in love with its quite lifestyle.

South Gippsland Shire

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Jacob Wallace
Jacob Wallace

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Latrobe City Council

Homelessness, housing or potholes: What's the biggest Victorian election issue?

Sep 1, 2026

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1 min read

Homelessness, housing or potholes: What's the biggest Victorian election issue?

Traralgon residents have their say on regional problems before the November poll.

Aug 31, 2026

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1 min read

Bass Coast Shire bets marginal seat status will deliver $30 million for aging aquatic centre

The council is seeking funding from state and federal governments for the $47 million Wonthaggi development.

Aug 28, 2026

•

1 min read

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

The Filipino owners moved to the town in 2020 and fell in love with its quite lifestyle.

Aug 28, 2026

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2 min read

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

From cosy mountain villages to scenic lakeside spots, here’s our list for the best short vacation destinations.

Aug 28, 2026

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1 min read

Third-generation publicans keep 1907 hotel running as Foster's community hub

"Some people grow up on dairy farms, we grew up pouring beers and washing dishes."

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10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

From cosy mountain villages to scenic lakeside spots, here’s our list for the best short vacation destinations.

Lifestyle

Third-generation publicans keep 1907 hotel running as Foster's community hub

Third-generation publicans keep 1907 hotel running as Foster's community hub

"Some people grow up on dairy farms, we grew up pouring beers and washing dishes."

History

Newsletter: Black swans & publicans

Newsletter: Black swans & publicans

Plus: Foster Hotel history.

Newsletter

Family-owned South Gippsland port set to become permanent maintenance hub for wind industry

Family-owned South Gippsland port set to become permanent maintenance hub for wind industry

“We really want to give the community a platform on which they are able to build their careers and have meaningful employment long term.”

South Gippsland Shire

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Victoria opens bidding for Australia's first offshore wind farms

Victoria opens bidding for Australia's first offshore wind farms

The auction is underway for 2GW of electricity generation in Gippsland - enough to power roughly 1.5 million homes.

Energy

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Newsletter: Pools, potholes and power

Newsletter: Pools, potholes and power

Plus: A video game based in Gippsland.

Newsletter

Bass Coast Shire put away $500,000 for San Remo foreshore works - now it’s worried funds could be spent kilometres away

Bass Coast Shire put away $500,000 for San Remo foreshore works - now it’s worried funds could be spent kilometres away

“We're not for a second denying that Lang Lang doesn't need some work done. But it should be separate funding.”

Bass Coast Shire

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"It's a huge industry": Wind companies talk with First Nations leaders about local job security

"It's a huge industry": Wind companies talk with First Nations leaders about local job security

Four developers have voluntarily entered into agreements with the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation.

Energy

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