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Sep 23, 2026

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Family-friendly events in Gippsland this October

From a disco dance and Halloween ball to a carnival and fishing comp.

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Sep 21, 2026

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2 min read

Skin cancer clinic rejected after East Gippsland councillors disregard staff advice

A doctor has been searching for a new location for more than three years.

Jul 30, 2026

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8 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.

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Farmer Ian would gladly allow wetlands to consume his 240ha South Gippsland property. Here's why

Sep 23, 2026

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3 min read

Farmer Ian would gladly allow wetlands to consume his 240ha South Gippsland property. Here's why

The family has worked the land for 97 years. In hindsight, maybe it wasn’t the right location.

Jacob Wallace
Jacob Wallace
West Gippsland grows nearly all of Australia’s asparagus. Here’s why

Sep 28, 2026

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1 min read

West Gippsland grows nearly all of Australia’s asparagus. Here’s why

Each spear has to be cut individually, which requires a team of migrant workers.

Jacob Wallace
Jacob Wallace

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West Gippsland grows nearly all of Australia’s asparagus. Here’s why

Sep 28, 2026

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1 min read

West Gippsland grows nearly all of Australia’s asparagus. Here’s why

Each spear has to be cut individually, which requires a team of migrant workers.

Sep 24, 2026

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1 min read

An old South Gippsland farm is giving way to wetlands as flooding kills profits

Ian Hitchings said his Powlett River property is "basically useless".

Sep 23, 2026

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3 min read

Farmer Ian would gladly allow wetlands to consume his 240ha South Gippsland property. Here's why

The family has worked the land for 97 years. In hindsight, maybe it wasn’t the right location.

Sep 23, 2026

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3 min read

Newsletter: Best bird watching spots

Plus: Skin cancer clinic rejected.

Sep 23, 2026

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2 min read

Family-friendly events in Gippsland this October

From a disco dance and Halloween ball to a carnival and fishing comp.

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Newsletter: Best bird watching spots

Newsletter: Best bird watching spots

Plus: Skin cancer clinic rejected.

Family-friendly events in Gippsland this October

Family-friendly events in Gippsland this October

From a disco dance and Halloween ball to a carnival and fishing comp.

Events

Two Gippsland urgent care clinics treat 27,000 patients a year, easing the ED squeeze

Two Gippsland urgent care clinics treat 27,000 patients a year, easing the ED squeeze

The services are designed to help people with illness, chronic conditions and non-life threatening injuries.

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

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

From folk festivals and ska orchestras to country singer-songwriters and psychedelic bands, there are heaps of shows to choose from.

Events

Skin cancer clinic rejected after East Gippsland councillors disregard staff advice

Skin cancer clinic rejected after East Gippsland councillors disregard staff advice

A doctor has been searching for a new location for more than three years.

What's on in Gippsland this October?

What's on in Gippsland this October?

Whether you’re into fishing, vintage cars or ceramic classes, there’s plenty to do this month.

Events

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

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.

Check out these nine bird watching spots in Gippsland this spring

Check out these nine bird watching spots in Gippsland this spring

Whether you’re a seasoned fowl watcher or a first timer, there are some fantastic walking tracks and wetlands across the region.

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