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Many faces of homelessness

by Yvette BrandHomelessness has many faces - and it is changing. Once thought of as the person sleeping rough in a park or a make-shift shelter, homelessness is now impacting families struggling with housing affordability, young people couch surfing...

Yvette Brand

22 hours ago

News

Travel & Tipple: Where to find the best Rosé

When it comes to rosé wine, there are many people who write it off as just a sweet, summer drink. But in reality, rosé can be just as complex and diverse as any red or white wine. If you sample a variety of rosé wine, you’ll note that this...

Yvette Brand

22 Apr 2024

News

ALP joins election battle

by Yvette BrandThe battle for Narracan has widened with the Australian Labor Party announcing a candidate and an independent launching his campaign. Just six days before the close of nominations, Labor endorsed Nar Nar Goon CFA captain Justin Seddon...

Yvette Brand

08 Nov 2022

News

Inspiring young women to explore pathways

by Yvette BrandStories of study commitments, career changes and job satisfaction were shared at the Inspiring Young Women Baw Baw dinner recently. Hosted by Baw Baw Latrobe Local Learning and Employment Network (LLEN), the night connected young...

Yvette Brand

08 Nov 2022

The Warragul and Drouin Gazette

Culture undermines planning

by Yvette BrandWorkplace culture has been blamed for undermining the productivity of Baw Baw Shire’s planning department, leading to workload stress, loss of staff and inefficient processes. These were the key findings of a review conducted by Andrew...

Yvette Brand

03 Nov 2022

Arts and Culture

Dance festival in 30th year

West Gippsland Dance Festival organisers are excited to present the event in its 30th year next month From September 16 to September 25 dancers from all over Victoria will take over the West Gippsland Arts Centre for the high-energy competition. At...

Yvette Brand

01 Sep 2022