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Nov 2, 2026

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

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

Nov 2, 2026

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1 min read

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.

Oct 5, 2026

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12 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

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

Nov 2, 2026

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3 min read

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.

Jacob Wallace

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

Nov 2, 2026

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2 min read

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.

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

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.

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.

Nov 4, 2026

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4 min read

Newsletter: Billionaire boats & free dental

Plus: Vic council's pushback against data centres.

Nov 2, 2026

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1 min read

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

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

Nov 2, 2026

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3 min read

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.

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?

Latrobe City tells government data centres would look mighty fine in the valley

As new regulations for the industry are rolled out, this Gippsland council is making its case to be an AI hub.

One Nation will keep ageing coal plants running in Gippsland – despite industry warnings on reliability

With an increasing amount of unplanned outages and high maintenance costs, how much will the taxpayer cough up to keep the stations humming?

From hospitals to energy: Narracan candidates make their case as fast-growing electorate prepares for election day

The Monitor attended a Warragul event to chat to wannabe politicians and voters about the upcoming poll.

Warragul locals have their say on how rising fuel prices impact them

The cost of filling up a vehicle is putting the pinch on Gippslander's weekly budget.

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MUST READ

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

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

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

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

THE LATEST

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

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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

Latrobe City tells government data centres would look mighty fine in the valley

One Nation will keep ageing coal plants running in Gippsland – despite industry warnings on reliability

From hospitals to energy: Narracan candidates make their case as fast-growing electorate prepares for election day

Warragul locals have their say on how rising fuel prices impact them

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