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Oct 12, 2026

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Which eateries do Warragul locals rate?

The Monitor hit the streets to ask residents about their favourite restaurant and menu items.

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

Sep 30, 2026

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2 min read

Gippsland farmers fear visa cuts could lead to fruit and veg rotting in fields

“Someone needs to harvest the crops in order for everyone to eat.”

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

Oct 19, 2026

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1 min read

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.

Jacob Wallace

Smashed lights and stolen plates: Morwell Taxis vandalism impacts the whole community

Oct 19, 2026

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2 min read

Smashed lights and stolen plates: Morwell Taxis vandalism impacts the whole community

“There are a lot of elderly people in Morwell who rely on Morwell Taxis to go to the doctors or to visit their family.”

Jacob Wallace

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

Oct 22, 2026

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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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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 22, 2026

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3 min read

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.

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.”

Oct 21, 2026

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3 min read

Newsletter: Farmers, fairs and festivals

Plus: Taxi troubles & plant closures.

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.

Smashed lights and stolen plates: Morwell Taxis vandalism impacts the whole community

“There are a lot of elderly people in Morwell who rely on Morwell Taxis to go to the doctors or to visit their family.”

Yallourn worker says they haven’t seen any of Energy Australia’s $10 million retraining fund

The Latrobe City Mayor said the region desperately needs new industry to prepare for the plant's closure and the loss of roughly 340 jobs in 2028.

Newsletter: Best eats & crucial seats

Plus: Gippsland's new police academy.

Which eateries do Warragul locals rate?

The Monitor hit the streets to ask residents about their favourite restaurant and menu items.

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MUST READ

Which eateries do Warragul locals rate?

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

Gippsland farmers fear visa cuts could lead to fruit and veg rotting in fields

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

Smashed lights and stolen plates: Morwell Taxis vandalism impacts the whole community

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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

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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

Smashed lights and stolen plates: Morwell Taxis vandalism impacts the whole community

Yallourn worker says they haven’t seen any of Energy Australia’s $10 million retraining fund

Newsletter: Best eats & crucial seats

Which eateries do Warragul locals rate?

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