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Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Your local and independent news from the Prom Coast and South Gippsland.
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Gippsland New Energy Conference sparks discussion and hope
This year's annual Gippsland New Energy Conference was held last week, and showcased the progress being made in the region as aging infrastructure is retired and renewable capacity grows, boosting Gippsland's economic future as the foundation of Victoria's energy generation industry.
Push to protect South Gippsland's farmland
South Gippsland Shire Council has voted unanimously to take a motion to the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) calling for a coordinated state government strategy to protect agricultural land.
"Not one storm away from insolvency": Council moves millions into reserves as asset challenge looms
South Gippsland Shire Councillors voted unanimously to carry forward $4.8 million in unspent funds and restructure its financial reserves at last week’s council meeting.
Prom Coast businesses want lasting benefits from renewable energy boom
Prom Coast businesses are calling for investment in housing, roads and local industry to keep pace with the potentially enormous changes expected from Gippsland’s renewable energy transition.
More V/Line buses for Gippsland from 23 August
South Gippsland commuters are getting a boost to their public transport options, with eleven additional V/Line coach services per week on the Yarram and Leongatha to Melbourne route commencing Saturday 23 August.