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Escaped cattle an increasing safety issue on local roads
Escaped livestock, particularly cattle, have become a growing safety and liability concern in parts of South Gippsland, culminating in court action, local government intervention, and mounting frustration among residents and road users.
“Unprecedented”: Fish Creek parking petition languishes in Council
The motion addressing the second community petition seeking to preserve parking around the Fish Creek memorial has lapsed for want of a seconder, with silence descending on the council chambers during last week’s meeting.
Council digs in against state's Emergency Services Levy
Despite ongoing protests, including from local Prom Coast CFAs, the state government is forging ahead with its Emergency Services Levy, albeit with some concessions.
Foster retirement housing set for expansion as Council backs road purchase
In a rare piece of good news for affordable housing in South Gippsland, a small strip of disused road in Foster could soon become the site of much-needed community housing units, thanks to unanimous council support for Linton Court’s expansion plans.
Housing support needed for offshore wind jobs boom
South Gippsland Shire Council is sounding the alarm about the need for urgent infrastructure planning as the region prepares for an influx of up to 1,500 construction workers when offshore wind farms begin development in 2027.
New report reveals GP shortage plaguing South Gippsland
Struggling to get an appointment at the doctors? You’re not imagining things. According to a recent report from the Gippsland Primary Health Network
(PHN), the nationwide shortage of general practitioners is impacting healthcare services in South Gippsland, with local medical professionals warning the situation could worsen without intervention.
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The 90s are back: The SEC returns to power Victoria once more
The State Electricity Commission (SEC) has officially begun supplying 100 percent renewable electricity to more than 4,000 Victorian public sites, including schools, hospitals, museums, and public transportation - and South Gippsland Water.