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Aug 31, 2026

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Bass Coast Shire bets marginal seat status will deliver $30 million for aging aquatic centre

The council is seeking funding from state and federal governments for the $47 million Wonthaggi development.

Bass Coast Shire

Aug 28, 2026

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2 min read

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

From cosy mountain villages to scenic lakeside spots, here’s our list for the best short vacation destinations.

Lifestyle

Jul 30, 2026

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7 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

Latrobe City demands compensation as three coal mines seek water equal to five Sydney Harbours

Aug 31, 2026

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2 min read

Latrobe City demands compensation as three coal mines seek water equal to five Sydney Harbours

“We’re the only region in Australia that has three coal mines within 30km of each other.”

Environment

Jacob Wallace

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

Aug 28, 2026

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1 min read

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

The Filipino owners moved to the town in 2020 and fell in love with its quite lifestyle.

South Gippsland Shire

Jacob Wallace

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Three Gippsland shires miss emergency ambulance targets as paramedics get stuck in hospital queues

Sep 3, 2026

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3 min read

Three Gippsland shires miss emergency ambulance targets as paramedics get stuck in hospital queues

“We just don't have the resources to be able to get to all of those cases in the right time frame.”

Sep 3, 2026

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1 min read

Everything you need to know about Gippsland's new data centre

The Morwell development could use enough electricity to power 250,000 homes, raising questions about the impact on Victoria's energy grid.

Sep 2, 2026

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4 min read

Newsletter: Is this Gippsland’s biggest burger?

Plus: Filling Yallourn with water.

Sep 1, 2026

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3 min read

One Nation energy plan: Extend coal, go nuclear and cancel renewables

Can delaying the closure of aging power stations in the Latrobe Valley and scrapping offshore wind secure Victoria’s energy future?

Sep 1, 2026

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1 min read

Homelessness, housing or potholes: What's the biggest Victorian election issue?

Traralgon residents have their say on regional problems before the November poll.

One Nation energy plan: Extend coal, go nuclear and cancel renewables

Can delaying the closure of aging power stations in the Latrobe Valley and scrapping offshore wind secure Victoria’s energy future?

Energy

Homelessness, housing or potholes: What's the biggest Victorian election issue?

Traralgon residents have their say on regional problems before the November poll.

Latrobe City Council

Latrobe City demands compensation as three coal mines seek water equal to five Sydney Harbours

“We’re the only region in Australia that has three coal mines within 30km of each other.”

Environment

Bass Coast Shire bets marginal seat status will deliver $30 million for aging aquatic centre

The council is seeking funding from state and federal governments for the $47 million Wonthaggi development.

Bass Coast Shire

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

The Filipino owners moved to the town in 2020 and fell in love with its quite lifestyle.

South Gippsland Shire

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

From cosy mountain villages to scenic lakeside spots, here’s our list for the best short vacation destinations.

Lifestyle

Third-generation publicans keep 1907 hotel running as Foster's community hub

"Some people grow up on dairy farms, we grew up pouring beers and washing dishes."

History

Newsletter: Black swans & publicans

Plus: Foster Hotel history.

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Bass Coast Shire bets marginal seat status will deliver $30 million for aging aquatic centre

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

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

Latrobe City demands compensation as three coal mines seek water equal to five Sydney Harbours

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

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Three Gippsland shires miss emergency ambulance targets as paramedics get stuck in hospital queues

Everything you need to know about Gippsland's new data centre

Newsletter: Is this Gippsland’s biggest burger?

One Nation energy plan: Extend coal, go nuclear and cancel renewables

Homelessness, housing or potholes: What's the biggest Victorian election issue?

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One Nation energy plan: Extend coal, go nuclear and cancel renewables

Homelessness, housing or potholes: What's the biggest Victorian election issue?

Latrobe City demands compensation as three coal mines seek water equal to five Sydney Harbours

Bass Coast Shire bets marginal seat status will deliver $30 million for aging aquatic centre

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

10 Gippsland towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway

Third-generation publicans keep 1907 hotel running as Foster's community hub

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