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10 hours ago

Council

Bass Coast Mayor and Deputy Mayor re-elected unopposed

IN A display of council solidarity, Bass Coast Shire Mayor Cr Rochelle Halstead and Deputy Mayor Cr Brett Tessari were re-elected unopposed at this month’s council meeting to serve a second 12-month term in their current roles. Cr Tessari thanked...

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10 hours ago

Digital Editions

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

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14 hours ago

Cricket

Around the Grounds

The Imperials THE Imperials kicked off its two-day match against Kilcunda-Bass on Saturday. Playing at the Bass Recreation Reserve, the Panthers won the toss and chose to bat first. The Panthers batted well, recording a score of 9/261. Joel Dickson...

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15 hours ago

Police

Victims of crime attend police forum

MULTIPLE victims of crime and interested community members attended last Thursday’s Eastern Region Bass Coast Police Service Area (PSA) Neighbourhood Policing Forum. Voicing questions around post-reporting communication and crime prevention...

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15 hours ago

Sentinel-Times Comment

Why it’s still about the ‘three Rs’

THEY say local government is all about ‘roads, rates and rubbish’. Certainly, that’s a little simplistic these days, but there’s no doubt that the ‘three Rs’ are still right up at the top of the priority list or should be for local...

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Remembrance for Bill Mathews

I AM a veteran and past secretary of the Wonthaggi RSL with a passing interest in the Wonthaggi Cemetery veterans’ burials. First, my congratulations to the family and the Phillip Island RSL sub branch for their act of “Remembrance” to mark...

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Thank you from Korumburra RSL

A SPECIAL thank you to our “Greenthumb” members for growing and supplying many hundreds of plants for our fundraising effort. These funds will be used to support Veterans and update Korumburra RSL’s building. We have some unsold plants which...

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A new leader for the Libs

THE Nationals congratulate Jess Wilson on becoming the Leader of the Opposition. We look forward to working with Jess, who has already demonstrated a deep commitment to improving the lives of Victorians with her sharp mind, a great grasp of policy...

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Tighten the purse strings and advocate for the people

LIKE many community members, I’m feeling the impacts of increased cost-of-living pressures. Inflation and increases in taxes and charges have made many everyday essential items so much more expensive. And it could be that Bass Coast Shire Council...

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Sport

Bena Tennis Club awards Lyn Leppin Life Membership

By Noelene Cosson LYN Leppin’s connection with the Bena Tennis Club, which began in 1996 when her children joined the junior competition, has been recognised with Life Membership. In 1999, Lyn kindly stepped up to take on the role of secretary...

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23 Nov 2025

News

Stop and look twice this November

WITH students on the move across Bass Coast, police are sharpening their focus on school-zone safety as part of Operation Pedester, led by Acting Sergeant Zane Maligeorgos. “We’ve seen an 84 per cent rise in pedestrian incidents in the past 12...

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23 Nov 2025

Sport

Roll-up for fun, skills and companionship

LEONGATHA Bowls Club provides a welcoming environment for all, whether you are an experienced bowler or new to the sport, with free Monday morning roll-up sessions including expert guidance from Bowls Victoria certified coach Alan Center. Those who...

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