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The sad tale of Dead Man's Gully

The sad tale of Dead Man's Gully

Most people driving on the Princes Highway probably don't notice the final resting place of railway worker John Molison.

History

Newsletter: Ultimate op shop guide

Newsletter: Ultimate op shop guide

Plus: Dead Man's Gully & poultry power.

Newsletter

Have you got the op shop itch? Here’s our ultimate guide to Gippsland’s best second hand stores

Have you got the op shop itch? Here’s our ultimate guide to Gippsland’s best second hand stores

Hunt for bargains while contributing to local charities.

Lifestyle

Gippsland chicken farmer turns 35,000 tonnes of manure into power, fertiliser, food dye

Gippsland chicken farmer turns 35,000 tonnes of manure into power, fertiliser, food dye

“I've always been conscious of our litter, where it goes and what to do with it.”

Farming

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What’s the alternative? Gippsland offshore wind companies warn political uncertainty puts industry at risk

What’s the alternative? Gippsland offshore wind companies warn political uncertainty puts industry at risk

“Not taking this opportunity would deprive Victoria ... of a lot of private investment over a long period of time.”

Local business

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Would you chip in $9,000 to seal your street?

Would you chip in $9,000 to seal your street?

In Wellington Shire, co-payments have been used since 2020.

Roads

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Newsletter: How’d Robin Hood end up in Drouin?

Newsletter: How’d Robin Hood end up in Drouin?

Plus: Poultry plop power.

Newsletter

Chicken poo revolution: Gippsland farmer extracts electricity, dye and fertiliser from waste

Chicken poo revolution: Gippsland farmer extracts electricity, dye and fertiliser from waste

Poultry plop + water + time = methane = electricity.

Farming

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Robin Hood and the road to Drouin

Robin Hood and the road to Drouin

The 149-year-old pub started as a stagecoach stop before it was named after the famed English folk hero.

History

Union challenges Opal's plan to remove fire, first aid and training positions at Maryvale mill

Union challenges Opal's plan to remove fire, first aid and training positions at Maryvale mill

The company says the job losses are due to the end of white paper production and a lack of woodpulp supply.

Latrobe City Council

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Car ablaze on the road to Drouin

Car ablaze on the road to Drouin

A man was driving to work outside the Gippsland town when his vehicle started smoking.

Emergency services

Newsletter: Hounds, guns and money

Newsletter: Hounds, guns and money

Plus: Gorge views.

Newsletter

Ultimate guide to spectacular lookouts in Gippsland

Ultimate guide to spectacular lookouts in Gippsland

From lakeside views to mountain top panoramas, there are plenty of striking vistas.

Lifestyle

Latrobe City can't decide whether to make 14 Moe residents pay $127,500 to seal two roads

Latrobe City can't decide whether to make 14 Moe residents pay $127,500 to seal two roads

The council will debate and vote on the issue again at the next meeting.

Roads

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Guns, hounds and a £50 bounty: Was there ever a "monster" in Wonthaggi?

Guns, hounds and a £50 bounty: Was there ever a "monster" in Wonthaggi?

There were 52 sightings of the beast - thought to be a Tasmanian Tiger - back in the day, but no one ever caught it.

Bass Coast Shire

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Newsletter: Ultimate August event guides

Newsletter: Ultimate August event guides

Plus: Sculptures, pies and a quiz.

Newsletter

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

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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Have you seen the Wonthaggi Monster?

Have you seen the Wonthaggi Monster?

It's said to share characteristics with a tiger and a thylacine. Here's what locals think.

History

Newsletter: Is the Wonthaggi Monster real?

Newsletter: Is the Wonthaggi Monster real?

Plus: Party polls and power prices.

Newsletter

Affordable food and local produce. Here’s our Gippsland Farmers Markets list for this August

Affordable food and local produce. Here’s our Gippsland Farmers Markets list for this August

Artisan doughnuts, freshly baked bread and ambrosial flowers. Get your market fix and save money by supporting local businesses.

Community

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

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

From local blues and roots acts and country singer-songwriters to rock’n’roll cover bands and stage tributes, there’s are heaps of shows to choose from.

Events

Family-friendly events in Gippsland this August

Family-friendly events in Gippsland this August

Keeping the kids entertained over the weekends can require some creative thinking.

Events

What's on in Gippsland this August?

What's on in Gippsland this August?

Whether you’re into truffle hunting, vintage cars, stand-up comedy or local art, there’s plenty to do this month.

Events

East Gippsland budget passes 6–3 as three councillors revolt over spending and staffing

East Gippsland budget passes 6–3 as three councillors revolt over spending and staffing

"The budget is ultimately a statement of priorities, and I don't believe this one reflects the priorities of our community."

East Gippsland

Beautiful, soft creamy potato: Ned Kelly's Bakery shepherd's pie review

Beautiful, soft creamy potato: Ned Kelly's Bakery shepherd's pie review

The Monitor stopped into the South Gippsland spot to taste test some pastries.

Food

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