Bairnsdale's Ambulance Branch has thrown open the doors to show off its newest renovations and extension. It was the tireless fundraising work of the Bairnsdale Ambulance Auxiliary that enabled the renovation of the branch, which was completed in November last year. The renovations include two new vehicle bays, an office, a dedicated training space and additional sleeping quarters. Ambulance...

After years of planning, consultation and a weather-delayed build the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub is open and welcoming visitors. This architecturally designed East Gippsland Shire Council facility features two modern community meeting rooms with audio visual equipment, public toilets, a café, and a large deck with spectacular views overlooking Lake King.  The facility is also the new home of...

The removal of multiple convenient car parks adjacent to Coles supermarket in Bairnsdale by Public Transport Victoria (PTV), without prior consultation, has sparked community concerns.  These parking spaces have made way for an expanded bus stop on Main Street, which is larger than the space it was replacing. State MP, Tim Bull, expressed concern over the loss of nearby parking for...

East Gippsland Shire Council hosted a Boxing Day Storm recovery update meeting on Monday for the Buchan community. The meeting, held in conjunction with the Buchan, Gelantipy and Districts Renewal Association at Buchan Community Hall, included response and recovery updates from council and other key agencies. Council's manager of emergency management, Kath Smith, said council has been actively...

Don Stephens celebrated his 100th birthday last Saturday at his daughter Linda and son-in-law Luke Smeaton’s home at Lakes Entrance surrounded by family and friends. Don is pictured sitting (left) with his daughters Sarah, Linda and son Kevin.  Don was born at home at Badgers Creek on the 30th December 1923, one of six children. Don’s family moved to Swan Reach in 1933 and Don has lived and...