Local Business and Tourism

Calling for a year-round barge service to Point Leschenault Jetty on French Island

PARKS Victoria is looking for an experienced operator to operate a year-round barge transport service to French Island using the landing site at Point Leschenault Jetty. Spirit of French Island which currently operates the barge from Corinella on...

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Bruce Wardley

25 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Have your say on a future vision for the Summerland Peninsula

PHILLIP Island Nature Parks is asking the community to share their ideas about the long-term future vision for the Summerland Peninsula. The Nature Parks will work with the Phillip Island (Milawul) and Bass Coast local and wider community and key...

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Sentinel-Times

20 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Paws & Ponies always ready to help

LEONGATHA’S Paws & Ponies, originally the Tiny Gardener, is very much a local business, its friendly staff keen to help people meet their pet and equine needs, with an emphasis on sourcing Australian products where possible. The large store...

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Sentinel-Times

19 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

New Wonthaggi servo approved despite early opposition

A DISPUTE over a proposed service station in Wonthaggi seems to have come to a close, with the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) ordering that a planning permit be issued for the project. The development, at 63-67 McKenzie Street...

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Sentinel-Times

10 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Hop onboard for a whale watching experience

WHALE watching at Phillip Island offers a uniquely Victorian experience, far from the warm waters and whale nurseries of Queensland. One day it may be calm seas and sunny skies on Phillip Island, the next waves crash against the boat as storm clouds...

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Sentinel-Times

06 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Tracking giants, a flipping good time

GEORGIA Bisset is no stranger to the waves of Phillip Island onboard Wildlife Coast Cruises, nor the beauty of the majestic whales, cheeky seals and curious dolphins. “I’m heading into my sixth whale season,” Wildlife Coast Cruises...

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Sentinel-Times

05 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Peter Fogarty joins Phillip Island’s annual whale celebration

CAPE Woolamai’s Peter Fogarty will be one of many presenters at this year’s Island Whale Festival, held from July 11 – 13. The recently retired police officer of 31 years has turned his passion for photography into a meaningful pursuit –...

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Sentinel-Times

05 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Conrad Sewell brings his regional acoustic tour to Bernnineit

CURRENTLY touring the country as part of a huge 10th anniversary acoustic tour for his multi-platinum 2014 single Firestone, Conrad Sewell will perform live in an intimate setting at Berinneit, Cowes and be joined by René Le Feuvre on July 19...

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Nicole May

02 Jul 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Panthers Menswear leaving Wonthaggi after 15 years

AFTER 15 years of dressing the men of Wonthaggi, Panthers Menswear will close its local store for good on Saturday, July 12. The decision marks the end of a long stint for the Panther family, who first opened in Wonthaggi in 2010 – initially at...

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Sentinel-Times

04 Jul 2025

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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Sentinel-Times

22 Jun 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Whales watchers on the look out

IF YOU’VE got keen eyes on the coastline, you may just spot the whales travelling to local hotspots. Whales can often be seen migrating around Phillip Island and the wider Bass Coast area this time of year. They often travel solo or in small pods...

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Sentinel-Times

19 Jun 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Leongatha Business Association shares ideas for shire development

LEONGATHA Business Association president Marty Reidy is taking South Gippsland Shire Council up on its invitation to respond to its Draft Council Plan, Budget and Financial Plan, having prepared an extensive submission on behalf of LBA, keen to see...

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Sentinel-Times

10 May 2025

Local Business and Tourism

Family business Van Steensel Timbers marks 60-year milestone

VAN Steensel Timbers of Grantville and Officer marked 60 years of trading recently, with promotions, special giveaways and barbecues held throughout April to celebrate the milestone. The Grantville store was established about 35 years ago, an...

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Courtney O'Brien

08 May 2025