15+ hour, 37+ min ago  (340+ words) How to prepare your property for winter weather Protect against water and flooding In areas around Bairnsdale, flood awareness is especially important during winter. Understand your property's flood risk Your property's elevation, proximity to waterways and local drainage systems all…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (488+ words) VRFish executive officer, Anthony Mc Grath, and Bairnsdale Fly Fishing Club president, Ingomar Matthes, present Joan Washington, wife of Pat, with Pat's lifetime achievement award last week. One of East Gippsland's most influential recreational fishing advocates has been recognised for…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (443+ words) The State Government says its 202627 State Budget will deliver cost-of-living relief, health funding and infrastructure investment across the state, although there appears to be limited direct funding allocated specifically to East Gippsland. Premier Jacinta Allan announced measures including free public…...

1+ day, 19+ hour ago  (240+ words) On April 24, the Bairnsdale Bridge Club gathered at its clubrooms to host the annual Winter Pairs competition, an event celebrating both high-level play and local history. The tournament is held in honour of the late John and Luba Winter, long-time…...

6+ day, 6+ hour ago  (223+ words) Bairnsdale Netball Association's 17 and under squad: Coach Narae Blackwell with players, Ava Langley, Chloe Allen, Elise Sabell, Emme Hadden, Kiara Irish, Matilda Elliott, Olivia Pearson, Rosie Cawood and Siobhan Duffy. (PS) The Bairnsdale Netball Association (BNA) recently endured a busy…...

3+ day, 15+ hour ago  (232+ words) Local basketball Chris Fields ran a personal best time at the Bairnsdale parkrun on Saturday morning. He covered the course in 28 minutes and 11 seconds. (PS) The Bairnsdale parkrun continues to post strong participation numbers, with Saturday's 467th event attracting 122 participants for…...

5+ day, 1+ hour ago  (522+ words) Carlee Knight, owner of Bairnsdale Horse Centre, has reached an impressive $1 million fundraising milestone for Dolly's Dream. In an extraordinary display of regional spirit and determination, Bairnsdale Horse Centre's Carlee Knight has officially reached a historic $1 million fundraising milestone for…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (121+ words) Models from the Paynesville CFA "Trash to Treasure" fashion show display creative upcycled outfits at the Bairnsdale RSL, with the community fundraiser raising more than $5000. (PS) The Paynesville CFA hosted a successful fundraiser fashion show "Trash to Treasure" at the…...

6+ day, 11+ hour ago  (244+ words) Following feedback from local residents, East Gippsland Shire Council has adopted a new four-year plan to manage the region's domestic animal population. (PS) East Gippsland Shire Council has adopted its Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) 20262029, setting out a four-year roadmap…...

1+ week, 8+ hour ago  (371+ words) Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester met with members of the Paynesville Landcare Coastcare Group to see the successful completion of environmental works at a reserve in Eagle Point. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has congratulated the Paynesville Landcare…...