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Climate change discussion in Yarragon

Climate changediscussionin YarragonBaw Baw Sustainability Network will host a night with Andrea Klindworth on June 26 - “Climate Change: Local Impact, Global Challenge.“Andrea is a dedicated community leader with a strong focus on sustainability and...

Statistics tell road trauma message

by Emma BallingallLocal road trauma statistics have been highlighted at a road policing forum in an effort to “learn from the dead to protect the living.“Faced with the haunting and soul destroying task of attending major vehicle collisions, local...

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Have your say on animal management

Community members are being encouraged to have their say on the management of domestic animals. Cr Suzanne Allen said managing cat confinement and the noise of barking dogs emerged as key issues during early consultation to help shape Baw Baw Shire’s...

Reunion after life saved

by Nick RoweWhile most people would ordinarily be outraged by a co-worker breaking two of their ribs, Yarragon CFA volunteer John Moyes is grateful to his friend and colleague Danny Mynard for doing exactly that - as it probably saved his life. John...

Live4Life given five year surety

Youth mental health program “Live4Life” has gained surety with Baw Baw Shire to serve as the lead agency for the next five years. Councillors were unanimous in their decision despite a resident’s claim the role should fall to the state government or...

Portable changeroom proposal put on ice

A proposal to buy up to three portable changerooms has been put on ice after it was determined the cost for each portable would likely exceed $100,000. Cr Paul Pratt said he was surprised at the price to install portables at sports grounds in Baw Baw...

What does Hazel Creek mean for you?

What doesHazel Creekmean for you?Gippsland Water may need to release more treated water into a Warragul creek as its wastewater treatment plant expands. The water authority is conducting a survey to find out how local residents use Hazel Creek...

Pensioner rebate leads budget submissions

A plan to phase out the pensioner rebate was the subject of a third of submissions on Baw Baw Shire’s 2025/26 draft budget. The proposal to reduce the $100 rebate to $50 in 2025/26 before cutting it completely in 2026/27 attracted 10 written...

Fire destroys toilet

Three youths are being sought after a fire at Drouin Train Station on Friday afternoon. Police said two girls and one boy, believed to be about 16-years-old, were captured on CCTV before the fire at about 2pm. A station officer discovered smoke coming...

Nance celebrates “a great life”

by Yvette BrandNance Black proudly says her 100 years has been a great life with “good parents and excellent children.“She credits her good age to lots of walking and drinking only water or fruit juice. The Abbey Gardens Aged Care resident celebrated...

Window damage

Rocks appear to have been used to smash windows at four premises in Drouin early on Tuesday morning. Ray White real estate, Drouin Primary School and Drouin Anglican Church, all in Princes Way, reported damage as well as Central Clinic in Commercial...

Car stolen in Yarragon

A car was stolen from the front of a Yarragon house in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police said a silver 2002 Toyota Avalon sedan was reported stolen from the Princes Hwy residence between 12.30am and 1.30am. The car, with registration “RYJ...

Praise for volunteers running halls and reserves

Achievements of local hall and reserve committees have been highlighted and the 119 community volunteers who carry out the cost-effective work thanked. Cr Suzanne Allen said Baw Baw Shire was fortunate to have volunteers who generously gave time and...

OAM honour for Jim

by Nick RoweWarragul resident the Reverend Doctor James (Jim) Connelly was awarded with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in yesterday’s King’s birthday awards. On learning of the award Dr Connelly said he was “gobsmacked.““In a way I feel...

Drive safe in winter

Police are urging motorists to driver to winter driving conditions as the number of road fatalities on Victorian roads surges to a 16-year high. With winter officially underway last week, police are urging drivers to take extra care and pay attention...

Garden setting for morning tea

Garden settingfor morning teaWarragul Community Garden’s team of volunteers and guests recently supported Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event for the Cancer Council, raising more than $1200. The garden, at Eastern Park, off Cambridge Drv, was the...

Police tips for safer driving

Beware of complacency creeping in, adjust your speed to conditions and check your vehicle’s safety rating were the top tips for Baw Baw drivers from the road policing forum. With motorbike riders accounting for half of Baw Baw’s road toll, a special...

Mental health needs highers in Baw Baw

A snapshot of health needs and services in Baw Baw Shire revealed 10 per cent of people had a mental health consultation with their doctor in the past 12 months, which was higher than both the Gippsland and national average. The statistics were...

Opening prices “missing the mark”

Opening milk prices have failed to deliver the glimmer of hope drought suffering farmers were hoping for. As dry seasonal conditions and financial pressures continue to take their toll on dairy farmers, the opening prices announced by leading dairy...