Gippsland Daily

As the countdown to Christmas continues, a reminder to think local when it comes to shopping. Gippsland Water has been supporting those doing it tough through monthly donations to the Morwell Neighbourhood House. Gippsland Athletics Club held their Christmas Nitro Athletics Night earlier in the week with some minor tweeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men were rescued safely after a coordinated multi-agency effort in dangerous conditions on Sunday night. Another fish has been caught giving the angler a cool $2,000 under the golden tag competition. Latrobe City Council have announced that they have signed a new deal to host the 2027–2031 AGL Loy Yang Traralgon Junior International Tennis Championships. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Gippsland next year. A Morwell man who survived a heart attack at just 39 has thanked the Ambulance Victoria paramedics. Cricket Latrobe Valley have announced the under 18's team to take on Leongatha and District Cricket Association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nationals Member for Morwell Martin Cameron has led calls for more resources in regional areas. The Environment Protection Authority is urging local business and construction sites closing over Christmas to make sure the site is properly secured. Three Gippsland Power women footballers have found their way onto an AFLW list. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Latrobe Regional Health has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards. A local film maker has exceeded expectations when it comes to a short film titled F O A on the world stage. Pennant bowls results from Saturday in Premier division. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Allan Government has given the green light for exploration licences for two new gas projects, including one in Gippsland. Young people and families across Gippsland are being reminded of free resources to help them handle the introduction of new social media age restrictions. Round 9 of weekend pennant bowls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian Opposition is calling on the Allan Labor Government over the lack of bush fire preparedness. The Country Fire Authority along with Fire Rescue Victoria are urging locals to think safety first when buying lithium-ion battery products. South East Melbourne Phoenix go down to Tasmania in Gippsland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Metung Bloodhounds are close to reaching their $40,000 target for the Bairnsdale Regional Health Service by selling calendars. With only a few shopping days left until Christmas, shoppers are being reminded to treat retail staff with respect. The Stratford Football Netball Club have announced their committee for the 2026 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Basketball fever has hit Gippsland with The South East Melbourne Phoenix arriving in town. As parcel volumes surge ahead of Christmas, Australia Post is urging Gippslanders to be on high alert as this time of year tends to see a spike in porch pirate activity.  Round 8 of weekend pennant bowls results from Saturday in the Premier Division. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gippsland has reinforced its reputation for exceptional visitor experiences. Resources Victoria has granted approval to build a small test pit for the Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project. Round 6 in Latrobe Valley Dodgeball results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Environment Protection Authority and local Catchment Management Authorities are inviting the community to meet with them. A recent report has revealed that finding a property is becoming harder and harder with many people reporting being homeless. Round 8 of weekend pennant bowls tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following it's November Council meeting, Latrobe City Council received and noted community submissions on the future of Moe Gardens Caravan Park. AusNet will be undertaking its annual aerial inspection program from December 8 through until December 15. Weather permitting round 10 of Sale Maffra Cricket Association 2nd grade matches on Saturday.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Several Gippsland football and netball clubs have been awarded a share of $700,000 for their leadership in promoting road safety. Bairnsdale Horse Centre's Carlee Knight has been been recognised nationally as the ‘Spirit Award’ winner in the prestigious Shine Awards. Round 5 of Latrobe Valley Dodgeball results.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With summer upon us, some locals might dream of a white Christmas. We are being reminded about water safety and more importantly the rules about boundary fences around pools. Traralgon Tennis Association are urging people to take part in social pickleball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington Shire Council is urging families, schools and businesses to safely dispose of recalled children’s kinetic sand products. AFAC has released their seasonal bushfire outlook for summer... predicting a warmer than average summer and an increase in fire risk across parts of Gippsland. Gippslander James Goulding's supercars season is over following the Adelaide Grand Final. See omnystud...

The annual TikTok Awards were held in Sydney earlier this week and it had a touch of Gippsland. A number of South East Melbourne Phoenix players and staff attended Traralgon schools on Thursday to take part in clinics. Round 7 of weekend pennant bowls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following another successful McHappy Day, the final tally has been released. Latrobe Regional Health on a Facebook post are warning residents in the Wellington and East Gippsland Local Government Areas about Ross River Virus. Midweek pennant bowls results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gippsland Water has welcomed five local women into STEM roles as part of this year’s summer internship program.  Australia Post is urging dog owners across Gippsland to properly secure their pets this holiday season. Changes to Bairnsdale Speedway event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are fears an entire generation of kids across Gippsland will miss out on swimming lessons. Paynesville’s Jodie Ashworth has been elected Mayor of East Gippsland Shire Council. Round 8 of Country Basketball League men's competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has announced the winners of his 2026 #lovegippsland calendar competition. Member for Eastern Victoria Tom McIntosh has spoken in Parliament in relation to the AKD Sawmill. Round 6 of pennant bowls on Saturday results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Latrobe City Council is inviting community feedback on the Draft Economic Development Strategy 2025–2031. Gippsland is once again in the spotlight with respected television presenter Catriona Rowntree in town. The Bendigo Spirit are in Traralgon this weekend to take on Perth Lynx on Sunday afternoon from 12:30. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While there are ongoing calls for more Foster Carers, there are now urgent pleas to support those already in the system. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester believes the employees at AKD Sawmill in Yarram are owed an explanation from senior management after losing their jobs without warning. Gippsland Power product Willem Duursma is off to The West Coast Eagles following last nights AFL Dr...

Following the Wellington Shire Council meeting last night a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor were elected. Management of the AKD Yarram Mill yesterday announced that they have closed effective immediately. Rosedale Football Netball Club volunteers Alanna Diamond and Eliza Heywood have been awarded Life Membership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

East Gippsland Shire Council have announced that they will install improved lighting and two new raised pedestrian crossings at Church Street in Lakes Entrance. The Latrobe City Business Chamber recently held their annual awards night. Stratford football netball club have announced the football coaches for the 2026 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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