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The long awaited Sale alternate truck route looks to be going ahead – but local residents want the state government to consider other options.
"I'm almost in Gippsland for 15 years now, and I love it."
Star of the South eyes a 2030 start date and expects 600 local construction jobs.
It's been 42 years since the council's mayoral chains were last photographed and there’s still no real clues as to where the trinkets ended up.
After 16 years in parliament, Nationals Party member Tim Bull will not recontest his electorate in the upcoming November poll.
Take your pooch for a stroll through the most picturesque landscapes this region has on offer.
Whether heading out for a quiet one at the bar or looking to celebrate with a big night, having discounted drinks can save the bank account some hurt.
Star of the South is set to provide 2.2GW of electricity, which is enough to power 1.2 million Victorian homes.
The Monitor put Cowes locals to the test.
From a local brass band marching through the street to a town hall filled with extravagant home-made warmers, the biennial event was a wholesome day of fun.
“I've got solar and a battery at home, so it costs me about $5 over summer to do 1,000 kilometres.”
Plus: Who was Phillip Island named after?
“Traditionally, they used to use pigs. But pigs can eat the truffles and they're hard to train, also they can eat your fingers.”
Plus: Gippsland’s best playgrounds.
Keeping the kids entertained over the weekends and school holidays can require some creative thinking.
From acoustic community groups and choirs to multi-instrumentalist bands and folk singer-songwriters, there’s heaps of shows to choose from.
From winter festivals and stand-up comedy to true crime events and fitness challenges, here’s the Monitor’s list of events this month.
Whether your kids enjoy sliding, sandpits, flying foxes or climbing walls, there are plenty of spots around the region to keep them active and entertained.
