News

Great weather for gardens not so much visiting them!

EVERYTHING in the garden is growing so well at the moment here in South Gippsland with a kind winter, moderate spring and good recent rain. The tomato plants are coming on well and sure to have fruit by Christmas, there’s a blaze of healthy colour...

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Michael Giles

12 hours ago

Community

Cooking up a feast at YES Youth Hub in Wonthaggi

ANGLICARE Victoria is now running the YES Youth Hub in Wonthaggi which has been a safe and inclusive space for young people aged 12 to 25 since 2019. The Hub offers a broad range of programs designed to build confidence, foster community...

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Bruce Wardley

18 hours ago

News

Housing affordability crunch hits low income workers

AN ALARMING report into housing affordability has revealed an unprecedented housing crisis for workers on low to moderate incomes on the Bass Coast. Sales assistants, farm workers, and aged and disability carers are struggling to find a place to...

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Bruce Wardley

18 hours ago

Community

Community fund helps local groups thrive

STONY Creek Racing Club (SCRC) continues to demonstrate its strong commitment to supporting the South Gippsland community through its Community Fund Initiative. Introduced in 2024, the Community Fund provides financial assistance to grassroots...

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Sentinel-Times

09 Nov 2025

Community

Engines rev for biggest Dalyston Show n’ Shine yet

BASS Coast Historical Automobile Club doesn’t do things by half. When the club set out over three years ago the plan was to create a relaxed, family-friendly event that included all the things members loved about other Show n’ Shine events, and...

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Sentinel-Times

09 Nov 2025

Emergency Services

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

08 Nov 2025

Community

Shared pathway to Inverloch raises concerns over heavy vehicles

THE $7.7 million shared pathway from Wonthaggi to Inverloch, which is due for completion next year, has struck a potential speed hump with residents in Boyd Street claiming heavy vehicles will cross the pathway twice. According to Bass Coast Shire...

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Sentinel-Times

08 Nov 2025

News

Giant earthworms no threat to Kernot bridge funding

THE chance discovery of two colonies of giant Gippsland earthworms in the vicinity of the closed Kernot Bridge will not delay funding for a replacement bridge according to Bass Coast Mayor Cr Rochelle Halstead. “Council has obtained all the...

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Bruce Wardley

08 Nov 2025

Community

Wonthaggi streets to echo to the Last Post and Reveille

THE STREETS of Wonthaggi will echo to the notes of the Last Post and Reveille on Remembrance Day when it is hoped the town’s historic P.A. system will burst into life courtesy of the Wonthaggi sub-branch of the RSL. After months of work the 11th...

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Bruce Wardley

08 Nov 2025

News

How Cape Liptrap poachers narrowly avoided the death penalty

TYPICALLY, you’ll get a fine or a good-behaviour bond if you’re caught taking too many abalone. Occasionally, in cases of repeat or serious offending, you might get a term of imprisonment. But a family from Hoppers Crossing in Melbourne, who...

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Michael Giles

07 Nov 2025

Community

It’s cow pat bingo time

LOCH Primary School is gearing up for their annual Cow Pat Bingo and Mini Market on Sunday, November 9, from 10am to 2pm. This quirky country event promises plenty of entertainment for the whole family, with favourites such as the Gum Boot Throw and...

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Sentinel-Times

07 Nov 2025

Community

Newhaven College builds confident beginnings for 2026 Prep students

AS 2025 draws near, Newhaven College is already preparing to welcome its 2026 Prep students with warmth, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of community. The College remains committed to ensuring a smooth and confident start to school life through...

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Nicole May

07 Nov 2025

Community

Gardens to refresh, relax and inspire

SPRING will be celebrated at Inverloch next weekend with Inverloch Open Gardens. A wide variety of gardens will be open to the public, including Michelle Millane’s native style garden, which is only two years old. “It was just lawn when we moved...

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Sentinel-Times

07 Nov 2025