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Oct 22, 2026

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1 min read

After 1,564 objections, Bass Coast Council refuses 24-hour McDonald's in Cowes

Councillors acknowledged the decision could lead to a costly VCAT fight.

Oct 22, 2026

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1 min read

Locals have their say on whether cutting migrant workforce will impact Gippsland farmers

As visa numbers become a political football, growers are worried about what the future holds.

Oct 5, 2026

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8 min read

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.

Election

Wind farm south of Morwell will add third fire-detecting camera before summer

Oct 22, 2026

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2 min read

Wind farm south of Morwell will add third fire-detecting camera before summer

The CFA can now watch and react to emergency events at the site in real time.

Jacob Wallace

Victoria will send homelessness services into Gippsland streets, but 100 new homes falls far short of the region’s need

Oct 21, 2026

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2 min read

Victoria will send homelessness services into Gippsland streets, but 100 new homes falls far short of the region’s need

“Outreach is only as effective as the housing it connects people to.”

Jacob Wallace

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A Trafalgar museum preserves over a century of Holden's history, from saddles to Speedsters

Oct 23, 2026

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1 min read

A Trafalgar museum preserves over a century of Holden's history, from saddles to Speedsters

The 110 cars in the warehouse are looked after by roughly 60 local volunteers.

Oct 23, 2026

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1 min read

AI cameras on a Latrobe Valley wind farm are cutting firefighter response times

The technology scans a 30km radius and alerts the Morwell CFA when smoke is spotted.

Oct 23, 2026

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4 min read

Newsletter: Bass says no to maccas

Plus: Speedsters and event guides.

Oct 22, 2026

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2 min read

Wind farm south of Morwell will add third fire-detecting camera before summer

The CFA can now watch and react to emergency events at the site in real time.

Oct 22, 2026

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1 min read

After 1,564 objections, Bass Coast Council refuses 24-hour McDonald's in Cowes

Councillors acknowledged the decision could lead to a costly VCAT fight.

After 1,564 objections, Bass Coast Council refuses 24-hour McDonald's in Cowes

Councillors acknowledged the decision could lead to a costly VCAT fight.

Locals have their say on whether cutting migrant workforce will impact Gippsland farmers

As visa numbers become a political football, growers are worried about what the future holds.

Family-friendly events in Gippsland this November

From rollercoasters and twilight markets to sausage sizzles and a vibrant circus, there’s plenty on this month.

Events

Victoria will send homelessness services into Gippsland streets, but 100 new homes falls far short of the region’s need

“Outreach is only as effective as the housing it connects people to.”

Newsletter: Farmers, fairs and festivals

Plus: Taxi troubles & plant closures.

November gig guide: The best live music in Gippsland this month

From folk festivals and Australian rock royalty to country singer-songwriters and high energy hip-hop, there are heaps of shows to choose from.

Events

What's on in Gippsland this November?

Whether you’re into rally racing, rollercoasters or arts and crafts, there’s plenty to do this month.

Events

Two years from closure, Yallourn power station worker says they are waiting on retraining

At least 340 workers at the plant are facing redundancy in 2028.

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Your go-to source for local news, events, and community stories across Gippsland.

MUST READ

After 1,564 objections, Bass Coast Council refuses 24-hour McDonald's in Cowes

Locals have their say on whether cutting migrant workforce will impact Gippsland farmers

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

Wind farm south of Morwell will add third fire-detecting camera before summer

Victoria will send homelessness services into Gippsland streets, but 100 new homes falls far short of the region’s need

THE LATEST

A Trafalgar museum preserves over a century of Holden's history, from saddles to Speedsters

AI cameras on a Latrobe Valley wind farm are cutting firefighter response times

Newsletter: Bass says no to maccas

Wind farm south of Morwell will add third fire-detecting camera before summer

After 1,564 objections, Bass Coast Council refuses 24-hour McDonald's in Cowes

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After 1,564 objections, Bass Coast Council refuses 24-hour McDonald's in Cowes

Locals have their say on whether cutting migrant workforce will impact Gippsland farmers

Family-friendly events in Gippsland this November

Victoria will send homelessness services into Gippsland streets, but 100 new homes falls far short of the region’s need

Newsletter: Farmers, fairs and festivals

November gig guide: The best live music in Gippsland this month

What's on in Gippsland this November?

Two years from closure, Yallourn power station worker says they are waiting on retraining

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