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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
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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
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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
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From Korumburra to Catalonia: Gippsland officials head to Barcelona looking for smart infrastructure ideas

From Korumburra to Catalonia: Gippsland officials head to Barcelona looking for smart infrastructure ideas

Two local representatives will attend a smart city expo in Spain in early November to learn about agriculture, energy and industrial modernisation.

Jacob Wallace
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Bass Coast Council spends $1 million on 114-year-old Wonthaggi post office

Bass Coast Council spends $1 million on 114-year-old Wonthaggi post office

The shire has awarded a contract to refurbish the heritage listed building.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
South Gippsland council picks Foster showgrounds for new skate park

South Gippsland council picks Foster showgrounds for new skate park

The towns skating facilities need an upgrade but finding the right location has proven difficult.

Jacob Wallace
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WATCH: Are you preparing for an early bushfire season?

WATCH: Are you preparing for an early bushfire season?

Fire Rescue Victoria has warned that there is an increased risk this spring so the Monitor asked Leongatha locals what they're doing to prepare.

Jacob Wallace
Bass Coast ShireBass Coast Shire
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“It's quite a sobering scenario”: Gippsland bushfire season could come early this year

“It's quite a sobering scenario”: Gippsland bushfire season could come early this year

The swing between wetter and drier seasons is causing an increase in growth that could lead to more intense and frequent fires.

Jacob Wallace
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WATCH: The 1919 Korumburra train mystery

WATCH: The 1919 Korumburra train mystery

The case was “regarded by the detectives as one of the most remarkable sets of mysterious circumstances”.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
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The strange tale of the man found on top of the Korumburra train

The strange tale of the man found on top of the Korumburra train

The case was “regarded by the detectives as one of the most remarkable sets of mysterious circumstances”.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
“This is an absolute joke": South Gippsland councillors' heated debate on Fish Creek motel development

“This is an absolute joke": South Gippsland councillors' heated debate on Fish Creek motel development

The proposed group accommodation raised concerns about agricultural protection versus tourism growth.

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