Local businesses in the CBD of Bairnsdale have had enough of the drug and alcohol-affected individuals frightening not only their staff, but customers who have said they don't want to come to town because of the crazed behaviour of ratbags who run unrestricted around the town. Anthony Scott, of Bairnsdale Tattslotto, whose family have been trading in Bairnsdale for the past 50 years, said he has...

Long-time CFA volunteer, Graeme Brownrigg, is concerned the next devastating bushfire is just around the corner and people in East Gippsland won’t prepared for it. Mr Brownrigg, said times have changed drastically and the inability to take part in roadside and fuel reduction burns and the "mismanagement of the bush by city dwellers/university graduates" has cause for significant concern. "John...

"As we gather here today to commemorate ANZAC Day, we pay homage to the indomitable spirit of all those who have served our nation with courage and sacrifice." Those were the words of Bairnsdale RSL Sub-Branch president, Allan Pappin, CVO AM. Despite the chilly and cloudy conditions, generous crowds turned out to both the dawn and 11am services, packing along Main Street to watch veterans,...

Twenty-four Monash medical students completing placements in Bairnsdale and Sale have been warmly welcomed to East Gippsland this semester.  These students are undertaking rotations across Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, Central Gippsland Health and local general practice clinics. For final year medical student, Isabella Shelton, the placement allows her to reconnect with her hometown....

Lindenow South Primary School, East Gippsland Shire Council and local police have joined forces for improved safety at the school's children crossing.  It comes the same week the school received almost $1 million in funding to build a new toilet block and replace the playground.  Officers from East Gippsland Highway Patrol and Proactive Units teamed up with local shire representatives,...