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Port Anthony pivots from Bass Strait gas rigs to offshore wind maintenance

Port Anthony pivots from Bass Strait gas rigs to offshore wind maintenance

For the last decade, the family-owned dock has been chatting to developers about becoming a permanent hub for the industry.

South Gippsland Shire

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Everything you need to know about Gippsland's new data centre

Everything you need to know about Gippsland's new data centre

The Morwell development could use enough electricity to power 250,000 homes, raising questions about the impact on Victoria's energy grid.

Energy

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

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.

Bass Coast Shire

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

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

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The Victorian Coalition wants to abandon a major electricity transmission line project. But at what cost?

The Victorian Coalition wants to abandon a major electricity transmission line project. But at what cost?

The alternate policy would rely on making more gas available, but 90 percent of Victoria's commercially-viable gas reserves are gone.

Energy

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Gippsland wind farm agreements promise jobs and revenue for Indigenous community and region

Gippsland wind farm agreements promise jobs and revenue for Indigenous community and region

“Gunai/Kurnai people are going to benefit from this, but the conversations we're having are going to benefit the broader community as well.”

South Gippsland Shire

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Gippsland councils’ $4.7 million plan for housing and road upgrades ahead of offshore wind roll out

Gippsland councils’ $4.7 million plan for housing and road upgrades ahead of offshore wind roll out

“We need to make sure that we're prepared and we can accommodate the workers.”

Roads

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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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Will Gippsland’s new data centre be powered by clean energy?

Will Gippsland’s new data centre be powered by clean energy?

Renewable energy contracts might not be enough for the industry to mitigate its impacts, critics say.

Latrobe City Council

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Gippsland’s most advanced offshore wind project takes major step forward with environmental review

Gippsland’s most advanced offshore wind project takes major step forward with environmental review

Star of the South eyes a 2030 start date and expects 600 local construction jobs.

Renewable Energy

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Desperate for development: Alberton resident hopes offshore wind will see return to glory days

Desperate for development: Alberton resident hopes offshore wind will see return to glory days

“We lost our train, then we lost the courthouse ...

Wellington Shire

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$4 million of infrastructure projects cancelled by Baw Baw Shire council to fund new sports precinct

$4 million of infrastructure projects cancelled by Baw Baw Shire council to fund new sports precinct

Councillors said the works were no longer needed or unlikely to receive funding in the future.

Sport

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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.

Climate change

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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.

South 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.

South Gippsland Shire

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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.

Roads

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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.

Environment

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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.

Latrobe City Council

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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.

South Gippsland Shire

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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.

Infrastructure

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.”

Baw Baw 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.

South Gippsland 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.

Wellington Shire

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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.

Roads

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Want to share energy with your neighbour? Community batteries could decrease power bills throughout Gippsland

Want to share energy with your neighbour? Community batteries could decrease power bills throughout Gippsland

Victoria is leading Australia in community battery installation; what are they and how do they work?

Energy

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