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Aug 28, 2026

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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

Aug 25, 2026

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1 min read

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

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

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

Aug 27, 2026

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2 min read

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

Jacob Wallace

Bass Coast Council wants a $47 million aquatic centre – and the government to pay for most of it

Aug 24, 2026

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1 min read

Bass Coast Council wants a $47 million aquatic centre – and the government to pay for most of it

"This is a desperate call for every single elected member of state and federal parliament to come up and show us the money."

Bass Coast Shire

Jacob Wallace

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Bass Coast Shire

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.

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."

Aug 28, 2026

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3 min read

Newsletter: Black swans & publicans

Plus: Foster Hotel history.

Aug 27, 2026

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2 min read

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.”

Newsletter: Black swans & publicans

Plus: Foster Hotel history.

Newsletter

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

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

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

“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

"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

Bass Coast Council wants a $47 million aquatic centre – and the government to pay for most of it

"This is a desperate call for every single elected member of state and federal parliament to come up and show us the money."

Bass Coast Shire

Is it too late to vaccinate thousands of little penguins against bird flu?

The roll out of the jab program is a matter of urgency on Phillip Island, after one of the species died from H5N1 earlier this month.

Bass Coast Shire

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

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

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

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

Bass Coast Council wants a $47 million aquatic centre – and the government to pay for most of it

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

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

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

Newsletter: Black swans & publicans

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

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Newsletter: Black swans & publicans

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

Victoria opens bidding for Australia's first offshore wind farms

Newsletter: Pools, potholes and power

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

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

Bass Coast Council wants a $47 million aquatic centre – and the government to pay for most of it

Is it too late to vaccinate thousands of little penguins against bird flu?

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