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New heart starter to help save lives
THE South Gippsland branch of the Heartbeat Victoria Council has generously donated an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and AED cabinet to the Ambulance Victoria Leongatha Branch.
Gippsland COVID-19 cases back up to 388 cases
GIPPSLAND COVID-19 case numbers are on the way back up again after easing back to 316 cases at the end of November with the
Eastern Victoria MP to resign at 2022 election
JANE Garrett, Member for Eastern Victoria and Parliamentary Secretary for Jobs, will not seek re-election in 2022.
Supporting our youth
A COMEDIAN, youth service representatives and an aerobics instructor visited Wonthaggi Secondary College to promote student wellbeing.
Our restaurants, chefs, farm gates and food
A NEW, limited edition coffee table cookbook released this week celebrates the farmers and chefs of Phillip Island and Bass Coast.
Showcasing business and community along the Waterline
THE Grantville Business and Community Association (GBCA) is the main representative body for both businesses and residents in the Grantville area and has historically been highly successful in raising funds for events and projects which benefit the community at large.
High risk of thunderstorm asthma
A HIGH risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma has been forecasted for today in the central district, which includes Bass Coast.
Ian turned his life around
SOME kids were playing on a rocking horse that belonged to Ian Jarman’s grandson Phoenix, when it broke.
Market focus on sustainability and local produce
THERE are only days to go until the Local Produce and Sustainability Market, to be held this Sunday, December 5, at the River Garden in Bass.
$1.8M contract let for new Korumburra streetscape
STREETSCAPE works in Little Commercial Street, Korumburra will be starting soon after approval was given, behind closed doors at last week’s council meeting, for the construction contract to be let.
Housing crisis ‘needs action not words’
THE Nationals Member for Gippsland South, Danny O’Brien, says the state government is giving with one hand and taking with the other when it comes to housing locally.
Hundreds celebrate our woodlands
MORE than 200 guests enjoyed an afternoon of wine, art and song at The Gurdies Winery on Sunday as part of WILD: Celebrating Western Port Woodlands.
Reports ‘Toolies’ passed COVID to Island ‘Schoolies’
THE Herald-Sun is reporting tonight, Tuesday, November 30, that a group of ‘Toolies’ who visited Phillip Island have notified friends that they have tested
Gippsland COVID numbers continue to slide
ACCORDING to the Gippsland Region Public Health Unit, the organisation handling the pandemic in Gippsland, the total active cases in Gippsland being managed by the GRPHU is 238.
MPs hear concerns of South Gippsland
LEADER of The Nationals and Shadow Minister for Regional Victoria and Agriculture, Peter Walsh, heard first-hand the concerns of South Gippslanders during a visit to the region last week.
Walk against family violence
SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council today (Tuesday, November 30) hosted a Walk Against Family Violence as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
Lack of timber pallets could lead to supply disruptions
CHOCOLATE, beer and medicine face massive supply disruptions over Christmas if a manufacturer which produces 70,000 timber pallets a month can’t access timber, according to The Nationals.
Sport
Stingrays stop Club at 87
INVERLOCH has pulled off a stunning comeback, defending 93 on Butch West Oval.
Juniors serve it up
THE Mirboo North & District Junior Tennis Association results and ladders from round 8 – November 27 – are as follows.
20/20 at Poowong
THE Poowong Loch minnows took on the in-form Glen Alvie on Thursday night at Poowong.
Speedway restarts
NYORA Raceway began racing on the night of Saturday, November 20, for the return of action post-COVID restrictions.
Stingrays stop Club at 87
INVERLOCH has pulled off a stunning comeback, defending 93 on Butch West Oval.
Juniors serve it up
THE Mirboo North & District Junior Tennis Association results and ladders from round 8 – November 27 – are as follows.
20/20 at Poowong
THE Poowong Loch minnows took on the in-form Glen Alvie on Thursday night at Poowong.
Speedway restarts
NYORA Raceway began racing on the night of Saturday, November 20, for the return of action post-COVID restrictions.
Richardson rescues Invy
INVERLOCH’S John Richardson has put in a game-winning performance with the bat after the Stingrays were in trouble early against Korumburra.
Gladiators of motocross set for battle
AUSTRALIA’S gladiators of dirt will line up one last time this season to do battle against one another, and everyone is out to prove who is the best going into next year.
Nyora Raceway to rock race fans with action on the dirt
By Dean Thompson, DMT Sports Media THIS Saturday, Nyora Raceway will play host to around 80 race cars
Real Estate
Welcome to Cape Woolamai!
YOU can’t believe everything you read in the papers – Cape Woolamai is not going to become the next Byron Bay… thank god!
‘Talorgan Park’ – Perfect rural living
LOCATED in the highly productive farm region of Yinnar, this fantastic 77 acres (approx) has the prefect mix of river flats and higher county for grazing with an abundance of shedding and a stunning residence that has been extended and renovated to a first-class level throughout.
Outstanding grazing or lifestyle opportunity
LOCATED in Poowong East and within one hour and 15 minutes from Melbourne is this superb 159-acre property.
Contemporary coastal abode
GRACED with all the flexibility of family living, this four-bedroom beachside gem is beautifully tucked away amongst the quiet and tranquil streets of Venus Bay’s desirable first estate.
Welcome to Cape Woolamai!
YOU can’t believe everything you read in the papers – Cape Woolamai is not going to become the next Byron Bay… thank god!
‘Talorgan Park’ – Perfect rural living
LOCATED in the highly productive farm region of Yinnar, this fantastic 77 acres (approx) has the prefect mix of river flats and higher county for grazing with an abundance of shedding and a stunning residence that has been extended and renovated to a first-class level throughout.
Outstanding grazing or lifestyle opportunity
LOCATED in Poowong East and within one hour and 15 minutes from Melbourne is this superb 159-acre property.
Contemporary coastal abode
GRACED with all the flexibility of family living, this four-bedroom beachside gem is beautifully tucked away amongst the quiet and tranquil streets of Venus Bay’s desirable first estate.
Custom-designed family home
HERE is your opportunity to secure a stylish and contemporary four-bedroom family home, where comfort and quality finishes combine to provide the perfect family living experience.
Turning heads in Turner Street
THIS beautiful home situated on a large 950m2 (approx) allotment is the perfect property for subdivision (STCA) or would make a great family home with plenty of shedding and room for the kids and pets.
Perfect lifestyle package – picturesque and productive
THIS property, on approximately 20 lush drought-proof acres, has a long frontage to the Agnes River, pumping licence, exceptional shedding and a comfortable family home.
On The Land
Innovative program helping create future careers
DARBY McClaren was inspired by the Cows Create Careers program to pursue a career with cattle, with the 15-year-old already holding practical dairy experience under his belt.
Police urge farmers to always report rural crime
A VICTORIA Police farm crime roadshow hit the streets of Warragul last week to help inform farmers on how to keep their livestock and property safe from thieves.
‘Best ever’ store prices reflect buoyant prime market
WITH prices up across the board at the Leongatha prime sale on Wednesday, November 17, and a break in the weather, there was tremendous interest in a mixed yarding of approximately 3000 store cattle
Love of animals drives further veterinary studies
MATT DeCicco has seen the difference he can make as a vet and now he’s planning to take his expertise to the next level.
Innovative program helping create future careers
DARBY McClaren was inspired by the Cows Create Careers program to pursue a career with cattle, with the 15-year-old already holding practical dairy experience under his belt.
Police urge farmers to always report rural crime
A VICTORIA Police farm crime roadshow hit the streets of Warragul last week to help inform farmers on how to keep their livestock and property safe from thieves.
‘Best ever’ store prices reflect buoyant prime market
WITH prices up across the board at the Leongatha prime sale on Wednesday, November 17, and a break in
Love of animals drives further veterinary studies
MATT DeCicco has seen the difference he can make as a vet and now he’s planning to take his expertise to the next level.
