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Nicole
May

After 38 years caring for the community, nurse Linda is clocking off

A NURSE who has helped bring babies into the world, cared for the elderly, and been there for the community in emergencies is looking forward to her next life chapter. Linda Goltz has retired from full-time work at Bass Coast Health (BCH) after 38...

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Nicole May

9 hours ago

Community

The Foxy Junes blend the raw essence of the ‘70s with modern funk pop

COMBINING a raw sound of the 70s with modern funk pop sounds, and a focus on creating high energy, is local band, The Foxy Junes – they are as fun to watch as they are to listen to and will open the fourth Arockalypse at the Westernport Hotel on...

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Nicole May

29 Jul 2025

Sport

Newhaven College mountain bikers claim podium glory at King of Ballarat Series

IN A FEARLESS display of grit, gravity, and guts, Newhaven College’s Mountain Bike Team carved their names into the podium at the King of Ballarat (KOB) Series - a premier, three-round downhill racing event hosted by Club MUD Ballarat. Racing over...

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Nicole May

29 Jul 2025

Sport

Phillip Island’s Jacquie Chambers claims her first-ever Australian Championship

THE longboard divisions of the 2025 Australian Surf Championships are held as a stand-alone event on Bundjalung Country, along the stunning Tweed Coast in northern New South Wales, and Phillip Island local Jacquie Chambers put on a dominant display...

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Nicole May

28 Jul 2025

On the land

Kongwak PS helps in revegetating a kilometre-long wildlife corridor

THERE were plenty of dirty hands and smiles of achievement last Friday after Kongwak Primary School (KPS) students celebrated National Schools Tree Day by donning their gumboots and tree planters and contributing over 100 indigenous plants to the...

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Nicole May

28 Jul 2025

Community

SES volunteers feel empowered for personal growth

VOLUNTEER roles are acts of selfless kindness, and after storms swept through Victoria early in 2024, Bass Coast local Bianca Peters felt helpless. She has been part of the Corinella CFA for just over five years, but said she wasn’t skilled in...

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Nicole May

25 Jul 2025

Community

Arockalypse IV returns louder than ever

THIS August, the thunder returns. The Westernport Hotel in San Remo is gearing up for the fourth instalment of Arockalypse—a festival that has carved out its own furious identity in Victoria’s live music scene. On August 2, 2025, the amps go up...

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Nicole May

24 Jul 2025

Sport

Inspiring the next generation to play softball

DRIVE, passion and commitment got Cape Woolamai resident, Melony Grand Court, back on the Softball field and from July 8 to July 13, Melony travelled to Sydney with the Victorian Over 35s division for the National Championships. “I’ve been...

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Nicole May

24 Jul 2025

Community

Community spirit at PICAL with Christmas in July gift packs

THERE’S a little extra warmth at the Phillip Island Community and Adult Learning Centre (PICAL) this winter, thanks to the generosity of local families and the big-hearted students at Newhaven College. More than 100 gift packs have been donated by...

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Nicole May

23 Jul 2025

On the land

Rescue dog, Bundy, takes on the ultimate test of working dogs

WORKING dog Bundaberg (or Bundy), a Border Collie cross Kelpie and Wonthaggi dairy farmer Jess Zammit are representing Bass Coast and the state of Victoria by taking on the 2025 Cobber Challenge to find the hardest working dog; however, Jess’s...

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Nicole May

22 Jul 2025

Community

SES ‘fit for role’ program to ensure volunteer safety

EACH role within SES requires a certain skill set and fitness requirements to ensure safety in an operational role. A spokesperson for VICSES confirmed that VICSES, in partnership with the other SES agencies from across Australia, utilise a Minimum...

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Nicole May

18 Jul 2025

Community

Outreach services benefit patients and doctors

OUTREACH services are helping paediatrician Dr Tim Walsh keep in touch with the community he loves. While the outreach services help people to access specialist care close to home, they’re also good for the doctor. Based primarily at West...

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Nicole May

17 Jul 2025

Community

CRT funding awarded to three South Gippsland schools

THE CRT Primary Schools Program recently awarded three South Gippsland Primary Schools with vital funding to lend a helping hand to regional Primary Schools Parent and Friends Associations. This year, Meeniyan Primary School, Fish Creek &...

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Nicole May

16 Jul 2025