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Sandbags, seawalls and supplies: Cash boost to prepare Gippsland for extreme weather

Sandbags, seawalls and supplies: Cash boost to prepare Gippsland for extreme weather

Bullock Island, Loch Sport and Silverleaves are among the recipients.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
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As oceans warm, Gippsland’s road network suffers

As oceans warm, Gippsland’s road network suffers

Councils, already streets behind on repairs, will face greater bills.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
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This unsafe Kernot bridge was closed in March. Residents would appreciate an update

This unsafe Kernot bridge was closed in March. Residents would appreciate an update

A new and improved crossing would have a greater weight load and add 50 years to its lifespan.

Jacob Wallace
RoadsRoads
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Watch: Where's the most dangerous road in Gippsland?

Watch: Where's the most dangerous road in Gippsland?

The Monitor asked Traralgon locals where the most treacherous stretch of driving was in the region.

Jacob Wallace
EnvironmentEnvironment
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“My house may well become uninsurable”: Gippsland homeowners come to terms with flooding reality

“My house may well become uninsurable”: Gippsland homeowners come to terms with flooding reality

New research shows an increase in severe storm surges is lessening the value of Australian houses.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
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Council demands fix for Latrobe City’s “miserable experience” bus network

Council demands fix for Latrobe City’s “miserable experience” bus network

The mayor said residents are left waiting in the rain without seats or shelter due to lack of funding.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
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South Gippsland secures $10 million for better roads and regional development

South Gippsland secures $10 million for better roads and regional development

The shire laid out its 2026 advocacy priorities and praised recent success.

Jacob Wallace
InfrastructureInfrastructure
Free train trips for a month to celebrate Gippsland Line upgrade completion

Free train trips for a month to celebrate Gippsland Line upgrade completion

With more than 80 new weekly services, getting around the region just got a little easier.

Jacob Wallace
Baw Baw ShireBaw Baw Shire
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Baw Baw Shire brushes aside 3,138 petition signatures over 50km of road maintenance

Baw Baw Shire brushes aside 3,138 petition signatures over 50km of road maintenance

“The council never intended to leave these roads with no maintenance and to fall into disrepair.”

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
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Up to 15,000 workers will build Gippsland’s wind farms. Where will they all live?

Up to 15,000 workers will build Gippsland’s wind farms. Where will they all live?

Gunaikurnai Land and Water Aboriginal Corporation, South Gippsland and Wellington shires secure $4.7 million for offshore wind planning.

Jacob Wallace
Wellington ShireWellington Shire
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15,000 jobs in 2027, Gippsland councils prepare for offshore wind economic boom

15,000 jobs in 2027, Gippsland councils prepare for offshore wind economic boom

Wellington Shire Mayor Scott Rossetti has been meeting with state and federal government ministers to discuss the council's approach to renewable energy infrastructure.

Jacob Wallace
RoadsRoads
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10-year plan for the future of Baw Baw comes up $81 million short on maintenance

10-year plan for the future of Baw Baw comes up $81 million short on maintenance

The council will allocate $5 million to Longwarry recreation pavilion but a councillor warns of future asset degradation.

Jacob Wallace