News
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Gardeners fight weeds together
Weeds are more than just a backyard nuisance—they threaten native ecosystems, agriculture, water catchments, natural landscapes, recreational activities, human health, and the economy. Reducing their…
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Succession planning saves farms
Are you a farmer wondering how to pass the baton to the next generation? Across Gippsland, farmers are gathering at practical forums to learn about…
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The write turn
A late start hasn’t slowed William Porter, who swapped corporate life for creative storytelling and hasn’t looked back since. Now 75, he continues to embrace…
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Bushfire plans for horses are esential
Pets and larger animals such as horses need to be included in farm and household fire planning, to ensure both people and animals are as…
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Lost, now found
Pastor Lee’s journey to ministry was never straightforward. It began with despair, addiction, prison, and a tragic death that changed the course of his life.…
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Planting the seed for the next gen
Volunteering is just a fact of life for Meg Platte, so when she moved to Garfield it was only natural to join the first community…
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TAC and Victoria Police launch new road safety campaign
A new campaign launched by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and Victoria Police highlights the risks of speeding and drink driving, and the critical role…
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Publishing her dreams
While most teens are dreaming about the future, Isabella Sumsion is already living hers, publishing a novel while still in Year 9. Gazette journalist Afraa…
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Helmeted Honeyeaters Return to Cardinia after 40 Years
Helmeted Honeyeaters return to Cardinia for the first time since Ash Wednesday bushfires. Gazette journalist Afraa Kori reports it’s a dream come true for the…
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New Pond, New Life
The first ever frog pond was built at Cardinia Environment Coalition Indigenous Plant Nursery on 26 April. Gazette journalist Afraa Kori captured the community’s enthusiasm…
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Following the family tree
The saying “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” perfectly captures Adrian Funston’s life—a story of steadfast dedication and community spirit inherited from generations…
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Rooted in community
Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth. In Pakenham and across Australia, Rabby Lutfur lives by this principle,…
