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New look leadership

by Emma BallingallPromising to give it all she’s got, Cr Kate Wilson has been elected Baw Baw Shire mayor. The East Ward councillor was elected unopposed, as was Cr Suzanne Allen as deputy mayor, at Wednesday night’s statutory meeting to form...

Emma Ballingall

16 hours ago

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Youth crime - people have had enough

by Emma BallingallAn armed robbery and assault in the centre of Warragul during Tuesday’s lunch rush has highlighted rising youth crime. In a week when the State Government announced its “Adult Time for Violent Crime” bill and increased penalties for...

Emma Ballingall

18 Nov 2025

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Bunyip community rally around family after house fire

by Emma BallingallThe Bunyip community is rallying around a local family who lost a pet dog and all belongings in a house fire on Friday afternoon.“I’m still in shock,“ said JD Bourke. “Pretty much we’ve lost everything”.The CFA said crews were...

Emma Ballingall

18 Nov 2025

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Family legacy in Exhibition Hall

by Emma BallingallAs the walls came tumbling down, memories were shared of success, hard work and fun at the Warragul Show. The district’s best produce and craft has been displayed in Warragul Exhibition Hall for decades, acting as the first stop for...

Emma Ballingall

11 Nov 2025

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Pilot program helping victim survivors

by Emma BallingallShaped by a history of family violence and trauma from past relationships, Shelly is a young woman who has made remarkable process through a new pilot program in Gippsland. And, she isn’t alone. Funded by Gippsland Primary Health...

Emma Ballingall

05 Nov 2025

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Walhalla link road cut from register

by Emma BallingallA mayoral casting vote was required after strong debate over removal of Walhalla Rd from Baw Baw Shire’s roads register. Councillors agreed maintenance should fall to the State Government but four argued it was irresponsible and...

Emma Ballingall

05 Nov 2025