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Fire breaks out at Cape Corner Store, now under control

A SMALL fire broke out at the Cape Corner Store in Cape Paterson mid-morning today, prompting a swift response from local CFA crews. CFA member Jamie Moresco said the blaze started when the power meter box caught fire. “The power meter box caught...

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Trent Westaway

9 hours ago

News

Labor names Chris Buckingham as its candidate for Bass

THE Labor Party has chosen Chris Buckingham to run for the seat of Bass at the 2026 Victorian state election, following the decision by current MP Jordan Crugnale to not seek re-election. Mr Buckingham served as CEO of the former Casey Cardini...

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Trent Westaway

05 Nov 2025

Community

Grants program blooms as thousands of plants go on sale

Successful applicants will be announced very shortly after the deadline, with more information and application forms available at www. wsbn. org. au

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Trent Westaway

21 Aug 2025

Community

Newhaven office dog vies for OZTOPDOG title.

If you would like to vote for JLo, please visit http://bit. ly/4lyBWRz

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Trent Westaway

21 Aug 2025

Community

Varroa mite threat arrives in South Gippsland

VARROA destructor may sound like the name of a villain from a science fiction film, but the reality is now much closer to home. Most people know them simply as varroa mites. Though they pose no threat to humans, to our bees, they are nothing short...

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Trent Westaway

14 Aug 2025

News

100 days smarter and counting

PREP students at Wonthaggi North Primary School hit a major milestone this week, marking their 100th day of school with a joyful and activity-filled celebration. To mark the occasion, students were invited to dress up as if they were 100 years old...

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Trent Westaway

07 Aug 2025

Community

Too much footy for one field

PHILLIP Island Football Club says it’s time for a second oval, with its home ground at Cowes Recreation Reserve feeling the pressure of constant use. The club’s president, Chris Ross, said the oval is packed with activity almost every day of the...

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Trent Westaway

17 Jul 2025

Community

BCAL’s sustainable celebration

While the weather outside may have been grey, the atmosphere inside the Bass Coast Adult Learning (BCAL) centre was anything but, as the Wonthaggi Winter Fantasy Festival lit up the centre with colour and creativity on Wednesday, June 25. Hosted by...

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Trent Westaway

26 Jun 2025

News

Local voices demand reform as rural mental health gets left behind

AS THE federal election draws nearer, South Gippsland and Bass Coast residents are being urged to demand real, lasting reform in Australia’s mental health system, particularly in regional communities where services remain sparse, and support is...

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Trent Westaway

30 Apr 2025