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Prom Coast fire season begins 27 October as authorities urge early preparation
The 2025-26 Victorian fire season officially begins at 1am on Monday, 27 October, with the first Fire Danger Period (FDP) declared for South Gippsland, Wellington, East Gippsland, Baw Baw Shire and Latrobe City councils. Residents are being urged to prepare properties, review fire plans, and ensure compliance with burn-off regulations.
Prom Coast Vineyards Toast Record Success at 2025 Wine Show
It was a night of celebration for Gippsland’s winemakers, with local vineyards from Fish Creek, Leongatha, and Mirboo North taking home a record haul of trophies and medals at the 2025 Westpac Gippsland Wine Show.
Held at Narkoojee Winery, Glengarry North, the annual event drew 130 guests and a
Victory for Turtons Creek: Native forest secured at Fellas Track
A major win for nature and the South Gippsland community has been announced, with Hancock Victoria Plantations (HVP) confirming that the Fellas Track site at Turtons Creek will no longer be logged. Instead, the 174-hectare coupe will be regenerated and protected as native forest.
Shaping Foster’s future: health and connection lead the way
Foster locals have spoken – health, connection and belonging are at the heart of the community’s future. Early results from the Foster Community Plan survey show more than half of respondents (51%) see health as the number one priority.