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Nov 5, 2026

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Buried under rubble: How did 13 Wonthaggi workers end up in Victoria's worst coal mine disaster?

It’s thought the explosion was triggered when a flame came into contact with a pocket of methane gas.

Nov 5, 2026

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1 min read

Bass candidates vow tougher pokie rules at Wonthaggi forum, but only two say their parties refuse gambling money

Around 80 locals turned up to hear from the political contenders vying for their vote in November.

Oct 5, 2026

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Who can I vote for across Gippsland at the 2026 Victorian election?

Our guide to November’s state election, who you can vote for and what they hope to achieve if they are elected into power.

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Gas project off Gippsland’s Ninety Mile Beach worth $1 billion collapses into administration

Nov 6, 2026

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Gas project off Gippsland’s Ninety Mile Beach worth $1 billion collapses into administration

The company had been given a licence by the Victorian government only two weeks ago.

Jacob Wallace

Victorian Labor commits to spending $5 million on upgrades of Wonthaggi TAFE campus

Nov 6, 2026

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Victorian Labor commits to spending $5 million on upgrades of Wonthaggi TAFE campus

The Coalition has promised to reintroduce privately-owned technical colleges to Victoria.

Jacob Wallace

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Proposed Yarram koala hospital will provide x-rays and blood tests to Gippsland’s unique breed of marsupials

Nov 6, 2026

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Proposed Yarram koala hospital will provide x-rays and blood tests to Gippsland’s unique breed of marsupials

It’s hoped the facilities will attract tourists and provide permanent jobs to the town.

Nov 6, 2026

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1 min read

Gas project off Gippsland’s Ninety Mile Beach worth $1 billion collapses into administration

The company had been given a licence by the Victorian government only two weeks ago.

Nov 6, 2026

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1 min read

Victorian Labor commits to spending $5 million on upgrades of Wonthaggi TAFE campus

The Coalition has promised to reintroduce privately-owned technical colleges to Victoria.

Nov 6, 2026

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3 min read

Newsletter: Drilling, debates & disasters

Plus: Who can you vote for?

Nov 5, 2026

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1 min read

Buried under rubble: How did 13 Wonthaggi workers end up in Victoria's worst coal mine disaster?

It’s thought the explosion was triggered when a flame came into contact with a pocket of methane gas.

Buried under rubble: How did 13 Wonthaggi workers end up in Victoria's worst coal mine disaster?

It’s thought the explosion was triggered when a flame came into contact with a pocket of methane gas.

Bass candidates vow tougher pokie rules at Wonthaggi forum, but only two say their parties refuse gambling money

Around 80 locals turned up to hear from the political contenders vying for their vote in November.

Newsletter: Billionaire boats & free dental

Plus: Vic council's pushback against data centres.

Labor promises Latrobe Valley a free dental clinic. How would it operate?

A $30,000 sign-on bonus will be offered.

Bass candidates clash on Treaty and abortion as three-way race takes shape

Around 80 locals turned up to hear from the contenders vying for their vote in November.

Victoria's council association demands statewide halt to data centres until rules are set

The Municipal Association of Victoria represents 79 councils across the state, eight of which brought motions to the October meeting calling for a pause on new centres.

One Nation cannot say how much a new coal plant will cost, or how to keep ageing stations running

The party's Narracan candidate wouldn't rule out using taxpayer money to push the facilities beyond their planned closure dates.

Newsletter: Data, debates & dogs

Plus: How much to keep coal fires burning?

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Buried under rubble: How did 13 Wonthaggi workers end up in Victoria's worst coal mine disaster?

Bass candidates vow tougher pokie rules at Wonthaggi forum, but only two say their parties refuse gambling money

Who can I vote for across Gippsland at the 2026 Victorian election?

Gas project off Gippsland’s Ninety Mile Beach worth $1 billion collapses into administration

Victorian Labor commits to spending $5 million on upgrades of Wonthaggi TAFE campus

THE LATEST

Proposed Yarram koala hospital will provide x-rays and blood tests to Gippsland’s unique breed of marsupials

Gas project off Gippsland’s Ninety Mile Beach worth $1 billion collapses into administration

Victorian Labor commits to spending $5 million on upgrades of Wonthaggi TAFE campus

Newsletter: Drilling, debates & disasters

Buried under rubble: How did 13 Wonthaggi workers end up in Victoria's worst coal mine disaster?

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Buried under rubble: How did 13 Wonthaggi workers end up in Victoria's worst coal mine disaster?

Bass candidates vow tougher pokie rules at Wonthaggi forum, but only two say their parties refuse gambling money

Newsletter: Billionaire boats & free dental

Labor promises Latrobe Valley a free dental clinic. How would it operate?

Bass candidates clash on Treaty and abortion as three-way race takes shape

Victoria's council association demands statewide halt to data centres until rules are set

One Nation cannot say how much a new coal plant will cost, or how to keep ageing stations running

Newsletter: Data, debates & dogs

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