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5 hours ago

Coronet Bay playgroup receives $500 grant to enhance public program

THE Coronet Bay Playgroup, a cherished community hub for children aged 0 to 5 years, has recently received a generous $500 grant from Playgroup Victoria. This funding will be utilised to acquire new equipment and to provide a range of engaging...

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5 hours ago

West Gippsland Association championship teams head to the finals

On Sunday, June 15, the West GippslandFootball Netball Competition sent five representative teams to the Eastern Zone Association Champs Tournament in Bairnsdale. After competing in the Sale Tournament and winning five out of five grand finals...

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9 hours ago

Nyora Junior Football Club’s Big Freeze raised over $9k for MND

THE Nyora Junior Football Netball Club committee held their second Big Freeze with the support of the Tooradin Football Netball Club to raise awareness for the fight against MND, and together the clubs raised over $9,000. President of the junior...

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17 Jun 2025

Bus fire in Cowes declared under control

CFA responded to a non-structure fire at approximately 9:35 am on today (Tuesday, June 17) at the Concourse in Cowes. Crews arrived to find a bus on fire. The bus was located in the open, away from other buses and structures. CFA had two units on...

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17 Jun 2025

Artist Maree Clarke unveiled Yawa (Long Journey) at Berninneit

RENOWNED artist Maree Clarke unveiled her latest masterpiece - Yawa (Long Journey), commissioned by Bass Coast Shire Council as a significant addition to the public art landscape in the region. The unveiling was held on Saturday, June 14, 2025...

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16 Jun 2025

On the land

Tarwin Landcare control pittosporum in Cape Liptrap

VOLUNTEERS from Tarwin Landcare Group (TLG) and the Walkerville Residents and Ratepayers Association (WRRA) joined forces with Parks Victoria staff last week to control pittosporum in the Cape Liptrap Coastal Park. Sweet pittosporum, known as the...

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13 Jun 2025

Newhaven College students recognised in international engineering competition

A TEAM of five dedicated Year 11 students from Newhaven College has achieved international recognition for their outstanding work in the Real-World Design Challenge (RWDC) - an annual STEM competition that engages high school students (Years 9–12)...

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11 Jun 2025

Southern Gippsland’s juniors dominate in the All Stars clash

IN a thrilling round for the Gippsland All Stars competition, Southern Gippsland’s under-15 boys showcased their talent with a commanding victory over Latrobe Valley, finishing with an exciting score of 120 to 18. Displaying remarkable skill and...

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10 Jun 2025

PIBC works to erase the stigma around Men’s Mental Health

IN A time when men’s mental health is being more openly spoken about across Australia, the Phillip Island Boardriders Club (PIBC) is proving that community, connection, and the ocean can be powerful tools for healing and resilience. For decades...

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10 Jun 2025

Podium finish for Newhaven College MTB at the Rocky Trail Academy Championship

THE Newhaven College MTB Academy made the trek to Red Hill on Friday, May 30, 2025, to deliver a strong and spirited performance at the Rocky Trail Academy Melbourne School Championship, with 25 students taking on the challenging course in a day...

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06 Jun 2025

Running in the Shadows due to hit the stage in Wonthaggi

EXPERIENCE Australia’s premier tribute to Fleetwood Mac – Running In The Shadows. Running in the Shadows is Australia’s longest running tribute to this iconic band, and will perform at Wonthaggi Union Theatre, Wonthaggi on Friday, July 4...

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06 Jun 2025

Ocean Sounds Festival 2026 lineup has been revealed. Sign up for pre-sale today!

THE Ocean Sounds Jan 2026 lineup has landed! Ocean Sounds is returning to Churchill Island on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The Hills Are Alive Group presents... The Teskey Brothers The Presets Thelma Plum Steph Strings Playlunch Holly Hebe The Foxy...

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