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Electric vehicles must be part of the plan
GROW Lightly director Gil Freeman of Korumburra has put his money where his mouth is when it comes to action on climate change.
Electric vehicles must be part of the plan
GROW Lightly director Gil Freeman of Korumburra has put his money where his mouth is when it comes to action on climate change.
Medical training spotlights Gippsland
MEDICAL students and trainees seeking to study and work in Gippsland now have a direct line of sight as to where they can study, what specialty pathways are available, and the benefits of studying and working across hundreds of towns in southern regional Australia, thanks to a new website.
Restrictions to ease, but ‘low rates’ of check-ins
DENSITY quotients of one person per two square metres will soon be lifted for small-to-medium sized venues in Victoria.
Why volunteering needs a reboot after COVID
National Volunteer Week May 17-23: VOLUNTEERS provide essential support to community organisations and the overall wellbeing of Australia, especially in regional areas, remote from the
Funding boost for Wonthaggi schools
SCHOOLS in Bass Coast will receive a funding boost to help get kids moving as they return to school for term two.
Cheers to Island brewers
BASS Coast’s enviable tourism offering has been given a further boost, with the state government committing $200,000 towards the brewing experience at Phillip Island Brewing Co.
Kutcha Edwards one day, Mick Turner the next
WINTER is on the way, but between feature music events at the Archies Creek Hall and more intimate affairs in the warmth of the Archies Creek Hotel, Caravan Music is continuing to bring some great local and Australian artists to the Creek.
Rotary proud to donate $35,000 to Carinya Lodge
KORUMBURRA Rotary Club has dug deep and donated $35,000 to Carinya’s aged care facility in Korumburra to refurbish three rooms which will be named in honour of three local families.
Kilcunda man tragically killed in car crash
POLICE were investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision which occurred in Lang Lang yesterday evening, where a 60-year-old man from Kilcunda sadly died at
Developments continue at Foster retirement village
THINGS are certainly happening at the Linton Court Retirement Village.
Let’s get together and celebrate Education Week
NOW in its 77th year, Education Week aims to positively profile and celebrate the strengths and achievements of Victoria’s education sector. This year Education
Live from Phillip Island
VISIT Victoria is partnering with Seven News to take the weather to the road – including Phillip Island – to inspire viewers to travel to destinations featured in a series of outside broadcasts.
Booties for every booming baby at Bass Coast Health
THERE is a baby boom happening across the state, and the Bass Coast is no exception, if Wonthaggi Hospital’s busy maternity service is anything to go by.
New wildlife care unit for Sue Moore and animals
THIS year, Wildlife Victoria gave wildlife carer Sue Moore a grant to build a large shed to house injured wildlife.
Sport
New coaching team
SOUTH Gippsland Volleyball’s junior program warmly welcomes Mike Munday, Liselott Webster and Jess Sanders as its new coaching team.
Beach, Sheerman win big at Nyora
NYORA Raceway hosted the Victorian Sports Sedan title on Saturday night as the highlight event with the annual running of the Miles Cup for Standard Saloons supported by Junior Sedan racing from the Standard Saloon and 1200cc classes and some Ladies Standard Saloon competition and the two main events were won by visiting Alexandra club drivers.
Challenging tournaments at Traralgon for Coasters
THE Wonthaggi Coasters Under 14 girls’ and boys’ teams travelled to Traralgon to compete in the BVC Under 14 Country Championships on April 16, 17 and 18.
Heppell’s six caps off dominant display
WITH the exception of Josh Hopkins, who is still a number of weeks away, Cam Stone a week or two, Mitch Bentvelzen a hammy and Aaron Hillberg, starting to step up his training; Leongatha had close to a full-strength line-up against Drouin on Saturday.
New coaching team
SOUTH Gippsland Volleyball’s junior program warmly welcomes Mike Munday, Liselott Webster and Jess Sanders as its new coaching team.
Beach, Sheerman win big at Nyora
NYORA Raceway hosted the Victorian Sports Sedan title on Saturday night as the highlight event with the annual running of the Miles Cup for Standard Saloons supported by Junior Sedan racing from the Standard Saloon and 1200cc classes and some Ladies Standard Saloon competition and the two main events were won by visiting Alexandra club drivers.
Challenging tournaments at Traralgon for Coasters
THE Wonthaggi Coasters Under 14 girls’ and boys’ teams travelled to Traralgon to compete in the BVC Under 14 Country Championships on April 16, 17 and 18.
Heppell’s six caps off dominant display
WITH the exception of Josh Hopkins, who is still a number of weeks away, Cam Stone a week or two, Mitch Bentvelzen a hammy and Aaron Hillberg, starting to step up his training; Leongatha had close to a full-strength line-up against Drouin on Saturday.
Real Estate
Grazing country – on top of the world!
THIS property is situated in the renowned picturesque Strzelecki Ranges and boasts panoramic 360-degree views.
Absolute perfection on 4.04 hectares
PROUDLY presented for sale by Harcourts Leongatha, no words can explain the work, the attention to detail, the lifestyle, the space, the fresh air and not to mention how perfectly maintained this property is.
Korumburra ‘Unlocked’ with new office
AWARD-WINNING, family-owned and community oriented, Spencer’s Unlock Real Estate is delighted to be serving the Korumburra region, after opening their new store in the heart of town.
Cute as a button
THIS cute as a button home will charm the most discerning buyer.
Grazing country – on top of the world!
THIS property is situated in the renowned picturesque Strzelecki Ranges and boasts panoramic 360-degree views.
Absolute perfection on 4.04 hectares
PROUDLY presented for sale by Harcourts Leongatha, no words can explain the work, the attention to detail, the lifestyle, the space, the fresh air and not to mention how perfectly maintained this property is.
Korumburra ‘Unlocked’ with new office
AWARD-WINNING, family-owned and community oriented, Spencer’s Unlock Real Estate is delighted to be serving the Korumburra region, after opening their new store in the heart of town.
Cute as a button
THIS cute as a button home will charm the most discerning buyer.
On The Land
Baristas called to meet their milk
AN EXCLUSIVE herd of baristas and journalists were invited along to Poowong North recently for a peek behind the barn gate.
From quarry to wetland at Middle Tarwin
MEMBERS of the Tarwin Landcare Group (TLG) finally got the opportunity to check out the amazing rehabilitation work done over the past 17 years by Karen and John Fuller at their Middle Tarwin property, including their “2020 COVID project”.
Almost $130,000 of farming gear sold at Loch
ALL kinds of unique and rustic farming gear were auctioned off at Loch Railway Reserve on Sunday, with $130,000 worth of goods sold thanks to auctioneers from Nutrien Leongatha.
Concerns over river frontage regulations
A VISIT to Glenfalloch Station, Licola by Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Melina Bath has highlighted the complexities of changes to licensed river frontages regulations.
Baristas called to meet their milk
AN EXCLUSIVE herd of baristas and journalists were invited along to Poowong North recently for a peek behind the barn gate.
From quarry to wetland at Middle Tarwin
MEMBERS of the Tarwin Landcare Group (TLG) finally got the opportunity to check out the amazing rehabilitation work done over the past 17 years by Karen and John Fuller at their Middle Tarwin property, including their “2020 COVID project”.
Almost $130,000 of farming gear sold at Loch
ALL kinds of unique and rustic farming gear were auctioned off at Loch Railway Reserve on Sunday, with $130,000 worth of goods sold thanks to auctioneers from Nutrien Leongatha.
Concerns over river frontage regulations
A VISIT to Glenfalloch Station, Licola by Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Melina Bath has highlighted the complexities of changes to licensed river frontages regulations.
