Infrastructure

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

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

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

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

$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

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

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

Climate change

As oceans warm, Gippsland’s road network suffers

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

South Gippsland Shire

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

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

“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

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

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

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

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

Baw Baw Shire

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

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

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

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

Despite cost blowouts and delays, Gippsland train line upgrades are close to completion

The Victorian government has announced train services every 40 minutes along the new Traralgon line.

State Government

Infrastructure

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

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

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

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

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

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

As oceans warm, Gippsland’s road network suffers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Despite cost blowouts and delays, Gippsland train line upgrades are close to completion

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