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Fly me to Canberra

THE Mayor is provided an electric vehicle by Council. Please provide a comprehensive listing of each travel expense with claim dates that total $8,861.51. That’s the community question the Bass Coast Mayor disallowed at the June 2025 Council...

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Thanks BCSC outdoor team

THUMBS up this week goes to the Bass Coast Shire outdoor staff for their prompt assistance in repairing the ripped up section caused by a heavy truck in White Road (Wonthaggi). Very much appreciated. Carole Sartori, Wonthaggi

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Be careful what you sign for

IN THE June 19 BCSC meeting CEO Box reminded ratepayers that a petition requesting a Special Charge Scheme anywhere in Bass Coast Shire only initiates a scheme; a simple declaration of interest. Many ratepayers sign out of interest, with the intent...

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Transmission towers risk Gippsland’s energy future

NEW engineering research featured in Create Digital this week confirms that overhead powerlines are no longer fit for the conditions we’re facing. The towers being built today still rely on outdated standards and they simply won’t stand up to...

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Council

Flood-related planning concerns in South Gippsland

By Andrew Paloczi SOUTH Gippsland Shire councillors acknowledged the need for a proactive approach to the increasing frequency of significant flood events but expressed reservations about the potential impacts of integrating available Flood Overlay...

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Wonthaggi croquet players share success

FIVE members travelled to Phillip Island for their Level Play Singles Tournament on the weekend of May 31-June 1. Section 1, held on May 31, featured Paul Andrews, Marj Prendergast and Tom Lacey. Paul and Marj both won five games with Paul taking...

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Community

Strong community support for Bass Coast Winter Shelter

THE Bass Coast Winter Shelter is one step closer to becoming a reality, with 44 local volunteers now fully trained and ready to support this vital initiative. Organised by the Interchurch Council of Phillip Island, the shelter will provide evening...

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Local Business and Tourism

No local fuel or supplies for Tarwin residents three months on

AFTER the business owner of Tarwin Fuel Supplies was evicted by the landlord in February this year, due to an ongoing dispute, the service station remains closed. Yubaraj Khadka bought the business from Gaurav Shegal in September 2024, moving from...

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Camp inspires junior underwater hockey players

THE Wonthaggi Underwater Hockey Club proudly hosted the Southern States Junior Underwater Hockey Development Camp over the weekend. U15s players from Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania descended on the Bass Coast Aquatic and Leisure Centre to...

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South Gippsland Bass swimming achievements celebrated

IT WAS a great celebration as South Gippsland Bass (SGB) swim club gathered for their Presentation Evening for the 2024/2025 season at Inverloch on Saturday. Getting together for a meal and games after a few weeks break, it gave families and...

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21 Jun 2025

News

Unchecked native wildlife populations are wreaking havoc on farms and land

THREE submissions contributing to the parliamentary inquiry into wildlife road strike in Victoria were made by farmers and business owners from Phillip Island who are being negatively impacted by the overpopulation of native animals. Phillip Island...

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21 Jun 2025

Knights enjoy success after return to action

FOLLOWING the King’s Birthday weekend bye, Leongatha Knights Football Club returned to the pitch to face Wonthaggi SC. U17s: Leongatha Knights Blue v Wonthaggi The U17s game between Leongatha Knights Blue team and Wonthaggi was a tension-filled...

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