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Mentorship opportunity for young local artists

YOUNG local creatives are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest to participate in an arts-based mentorship program with internationally acclaimed artist Hiroyasu Tsuri, commonly known as TWOONE. The Japanese artist’s practice encompasses...

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No turbines for South Gippsland, Bass Coast

THE Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) map is out and we’re not on it. Areas of South Gippsland previously earmarked for turbine development at Korumburra and between Foster and Fish Creek, for example, have been removed. Most of the turbines and solar...

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People and Lifestyle

Support for teen first responders at health sessions

OVER a 25-year career, Gippsland Southern Health Service (GSHS) nurse Shareen Bickerton has seen way too many examples of young people getting sick or injured. Now as part of GSHS’s community engagement program, she’s trying to help the next...

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Who is eligible for the ‘Emergency Services’ rebate?

MEMBERS of the Victorian Legislative Council spent most of the night on Thursday night debating the Fire Services Property Amendment (Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund) Bill 2025 but their commentary revealed that the devil of the legislation...

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Drought support announced for Bass Coast and South Gippsland after ‘dirty deals’ secure ESVF

LESS than 24 hours after announcing the Emergency Services and Volunteer Fund would proceed with farmers to be hit the hardest, the State Government has stated they are “continuing to back farmers impacted by drought and dry conditions” by...

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From Corner Inlet to Alaska in nine days: the amazing feats of migratory birds

A TINY bird the size and weight of a matchbox that flies thousands of kilometres from the Siberian tundra is just one of the amazing stories of Corner Inlet’s migratory birds that West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is celebrating...

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Death cap toxins found in two victims, in the leftovers and in Erin Patterson’s dehydrator

THE highly toxic amatoxins found only in death cap mushrooms, including alpha-amanitin and beta-amanitin, were detected in urine samples provided by one of the victims of the poisonous beef Wellington lunch, Korumburra’s Don Patterson, at the...

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Erin Patterson’s in-laws ‘like the parents I didn’t have’

A GIPPSLAND Child Protection officer, Katrina Cripps, told the Supreme Court in Morwell on Thursday, May 15, that she had been called to conduct a welfare check on Erin and Simon Patterson’s children following a report to the Child Protection...

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Juror discharged in mushroom murder trial at Morwell

IN A significant development on Day 12 of the Erin Patterson murder trial in Morwell on Thursday, May 15, one of the 15 jurors in the case was discharged by Justice Christopher Beale. In court on Thursday, in front of the remaining 14 jurors...

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Growth of Nyora reflected in draft budget

THE township of Nyora is seeing progress in its residential development, with the South Gippsland Shire Council acknowledging this in their most recent draft Budget 2025/26–2028/29. In April 2023, SGSC adopted a proposed Development Plan for...

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New and costly emergency services levy being hotly debated in parliament

Despite strong opposition from local farmers, Councilors, MP’s, the CFA and the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) from Gippsland and all corners of Victoria, the State Government’s proposed Emergency Services and Volunteer Fund has today passed...

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Powerful defence the secret at Sale

SALE was up for the fight when second-placed Wonthaggi Power came to town last Saturday and there was only two points separating the teams at half time as onballers broke even and both defences were on top. Big Jack Leslie was doing well in the ruck...

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Competitive Saints go to battle with Yarragon

NYORA held its ground against a strong Yarragon side but yielded a 31-point win at the final siren. Yarragon hosted Nyora at Dowton Park on Saturday. The home side took an early lead, but Nyora was hot on its heels. The Saints had a chance to make...

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Leongatha stands tall against Morwell

AWAY from home and with two defenders injured and out of the game early in the second term, Leongatha displayed tenacity to beat Morwell in a thrilling contest, having tasted defeat against the Tigers in both encounters last season. While the final...

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Real Estate

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Exceptional South Gippsland dairy farm opportunity – “Belle Crae”

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On The Land

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$5,000 scholarship supporting mental health in rural communities

INVERLOCH local and aspiring mental health advocate Jorja Hughes is among nine recipients of the 2025 Supplier Scholarship Program, an initiative by Saputo Dairy Australia (SDA) supporting the future leaders of the dairy industry. Jorja, 20, is...

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Upcoming volunteer tree Planting Days with Phillip Island Landcare Group

PLANTING indigenous trees and shrubs is a key part of what Landcare do, and the group loves to welcome volunteers of all ages and abilities to participate. Phillip Island Landcare Group (PILG) work together to make Phillip Island a biodiverse...

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Saputo increases milk price as tough decisions loom

ON WEDNESDAY, May 7, Saputo Dairy Australia advised its suppliers of a step up in minimum milk price of $0.15 per kgMS for the 2024/25 season. This step up increases the weighted average farmgate milk price from $8.30 - $8.45 per kgMS for exclusive...

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Bass Coast: Why stress and farming go hand in hand

STRESS and farming share similarities in their nature and impact. Both involve long-term challenges, potential for burnout, and the need for adaptation and resilience. Like a farmer who must manage unpredictable weather, financial instability, and...

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Local Business & Tourism

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Local Business and Tourism

Leongatha Business Association shares ideas for shire development

LEONGATHA Business Association president Marty Reidy is taking South Gippsland Shire Council up on its invitation to respond to its Draft Council Plan, Budget and Financial Plan, having prepared an extensive submission on behalf of LBA, keen to see...

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Local Business and Tourism

Family business Van Steensel Timbers marks 60-year milestone

VAN Steensel Timbers of Grantville and Officer marked 60 years of trading recently, with promotions, special giveaways and barbecues held throughout April to celebrate the milestone. The Grantville store was established about 35 years ago, an...

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Local Business and Tourism

Reliable mess-free firewood available in Bass Coast and South Gippsland

SUSTAINABLY grown kiln-dried hardwood mill ends that make excellent firewood are again available from four businesses in South Gippsland and Bass Coast Shires. The timber is grown in Tasmania and milled in East Gippsland for the building trade and...

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Local Business and Tourism

Trustworthy hair and beauty solutions

STYLING tips and trends are continually circulating online. So, whether it’s a bouncy, natural, effortless blow wave or a sleek, precision-cut bob, having a trustworthy hairdresser to create the desired look is necessary, and the owner of Admire...

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Local Business and Tourism

Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese collects more awards

BERRYS Creek Gourmet Cheese has cemented its reputation as one of Australia’s leading cheese producers, winning multiple awards at the 2025 Sydney Royal Cheese & Dairy Produce Show. The business, led by Barry Charlton and his partner Cheryl...

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Local Business and Tourism

Helping Victorian businesses grow with grants of up to $500,000

VICTORIAN farmers and food and drink producers seeking financial support can now apply for grants of up to $500,000 to help them transform their business, deliver market-leading products and drive sustainable operations. The Coles Nurture Fund has...

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Local Business and Tourism

Tourist numbers surge across South Gippsland

A SURGE in tourism across South Gippsland and the Bass Coast has resulted in the highest visitor numbers to the region since COVID. Visitor numbers have well exceeded seven hundred over summer for the Foster Visitors Information Centre and the Big4...

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Local Business and Tourism

Kilcunda Lobster Festival returns for their 39th year

THE community is invited to join the Kilcunda community association for their annual Kilcunda Lobster Festival on the town foreshore on Sunday, January 26 with market stalls, live music, and amusement rides to entertain the entire family. The first...

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Events

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WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOPS – STORYTELLING THROUGH PICTURES

Sunday, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Car

Car Rally & Scavenger Hunt @ Outtrim

Outtrim

Outtrim Car Rally Scavenger Hunt

Sunday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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