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Bass Coast ShireBass Coast Shire
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"We're in mourning": Phillip Island loses the Moto GP after 37 years

"We're in mourning": Phillip Island loses the Moto GP after 37 years

"This is part of the fabric of our community. We’re not just financially invested here in the Bass Coast, we're emotionally invested."

Jacob Wallace
HousingHousing
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How does affordable housing work in Victoria – and how much more do we need?

How does affordable housing work in Victoria – and how much more do we need?

There were 7,520 people in Gippsland looking for social or low-income units in 2025.

Jacob Wallace
Federal GovernmentFederal Government
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Concerns over contaminated water grow as testing looms for potential Gippsland mine

Concerns over contaminated water grow as testing looms for potential Gippsland mine

A new federal government report lists the Glenaladale project as one of 49 around the country it considers key to acquiring rare earth minerals for manufacturing.

Jacob Wallace
State GovernmentState Government
“A shame”: Victorian teachers are preparing to strike as a last-ditch effort for fairer pay claims

“A shame”: Victorian teachers are preparing to strike as a last-ditch effort for fairer pay claims

Voting will open soon to all members and close by Thursday March 12.

Matthew Sims
Federal GovernmentFederal Government
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“You need a lot of firepower”: Why gun laws have farmers worried about pest control

“You need a lot of firepower”: Why gun laws have farmers worried about pest control

New federal laws, along with Victoria’s firearm legislation review, will tighten background checks and fund a national gun buyback scheme.

Jacob Wallace
State GovernmentState Government
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CFA has 792 out-of-date tankers, despite four years of funding increases

CFA has 792 out-of-date tankers, despite four years of funding increases

“If we don't have the tools to be able to do the job safely, that puts everyone at risk.”

Jacob Wallace
HealthcareHealthcare
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More than 40 percent of Victorian GPs bulk bill, but at what cost?

More than 40 percent of Victorian GPs bulk bill, but at what cost?

The initial response to the Federal Government’s extra subsidies to GPs who provide bulk billing has been positive. But is it the panacea GPs need?

Matthew Sims, +1
State GovernmentState Government
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The cost of dealing with waste: Baw Baw Shire contract for rubbish management nearly doubles to $7.4 million

The cost of dealing with waste: Baw Baw Shire contract for rubbish management nearly doubles to $7.4 million

An expanding recycling collection system and the state government's landfill levy is putting pressure on councils.

Jacob Wallace
Bass Coast ShireBass Coast Shire
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Watch: New coastal protection works start at Inverloch

Watch: New coastal protection works start at Inverloch

In an attempt to save the Surf Life Saving Club a 110-metres sandbag wall will be constructed along the beach.

Jacob Wallace
CrimeCrime
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“Inhumane” treatment of young Victorians will come back to bite the community, experts warn

“Inhumane” treatment of young Victorians will come back to bite the community, experts warn

Children aged 14 years and above face adult sentences.

Jacob Wallace
State GovernmentState Government
12 months out from election, Victorian Liberals vote in new leader

12 months out from election, Victorian Liberals vote in new leader

Berwick MP Brad Battin lost the vote early on Tuesday morning, only about 11 months since he was elected into the top job.

Matthew Sims
HousingHousing
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I’ve never seen so many rough sleepers: South Gippsland MP

I’ve never seen so many rough sleepers: South Gippsland MP

“The data reveals the magnitude and urgency of a problem that our current system cannot adequately address,” Homelessness Australia CEO Kate Colvin said.

Jacob Wallace