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Marinus Link works begin to surface
After nearly nine years of planning, consultation, testing and surveying, the first visible signs in South Gippsland of the $4 billion energy infrastructure project, Marinus Link, are now surfacing.
Sandy Point community group lodges VCAT appeal
The Sandy Point Community Group (SPCG) has resolved to lodge an appeal with the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) against South Gippsland Shire Council's recent decision to grant a planning permit for the subdivision and development of the Sandy Point Caravan and Camping Park.
Star of the South opens public review on environmental impact
The Star of the South offshore wind project has opened its environmental assessments for public review and comment from 18 May to 29 June, with Prom Coast residents invited to have their say on what would be Australia's first major offshore wind farm.
Welshpool Coast Guard Win
After years of operating with an unreliable hand-me-down vessel, the Port Welshpool Coast Guard Flotilla has finally been promised a new custom-built rescue boat in the 2026 Victorian state budget.
Foster’s rainbow pride
The Foster community came together in the brilliant sun on 15 May for the fourth annual pride parade to mark IDAHOBIT – the International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination.
Welshpool Coast Guard Win
After years of operating with an unreliable hand-me-down vessel, the Port Welshpool Coast Guard Flotilla has finally been promised a new custom-built rescue boat in the 2026 Victorian state budget.
Sandy Point decision exposes gap in coastal planning tools
As many Sandy Point locals and visitors continue to mourn the upcoming loss of the caravan park, South Gippsland Shire Councillor Sarah Gilligan and Sandy Point Community Group President Michelle Jelleff are speaking out about the broader planning failures the decision has laid bare.