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World class facelift for Gumbuya

Posted on June 27, 2017 by editor
The first stage of Gumbuya World – a water park – will be the “big ticket item” of the tourist attraction when it re-opens in December.

A $50 million redevelopment of Tynong’s Gumbuya Park is set to deliver a world class theme park and 500 jobs for West Gippsland. The first stage of Gumbuya World – a water park – will be the “big ticket item”…

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Stop sign plea

Posted on June 27, 2017 by editor
Baw Baw Shire will investigate replacing give way signs with stop signs at an intersection near Darnum in response to resident Sharon Bursa urging action to reduce the number of nasty accidents taking place.

A resident has urged Baw Baw Shire to place “stop” signs at a dangerous intersection near Darnum. Currently, “give way” signs stand where Darnum-Allambee Rd intersects with Parkers Rd and Bona Vista Rd. In response to Gazette enquiries, Baw Baw…

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New premises for woodworkers

Posted on June 27, 2017 by editor
President of the Victorian Men’s Shed Association Lindsay Oates saws a piece of timber – not a ribbon – to officially open the new Warragul Woodworkers Club headquarters at Lillico.

The journey travelled by Warragul Woodworkers Club was recalled fondly when its new premises was officially opened last Wednesday. It has been a trip that has gone from a room at the Warragul Regional College 30 years ago, to the…

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Gavin stars in commercial

Posted on June 27, 2017 by editor
Warragul Football Netball Club life member Gavin Ough stands in front of the camera during a commercial shoot at Western Park after being named a local footy legend.

Gavin Ough has spent tireless hours at his “second home” of Western Park – but never quite like last Monday. The spotlight was on Gavin after being named a Carlton Draught Footy Legend for his contribution to the Warragul Football…

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Footy finals ahead

Posted on June 27, 2017 by editor
Neerim-Neerim South’s Calum Shiels is brought down in a tackle by Buln Buln opponent Trent Baker.

Four of the top “five” positions in Gippsland, Ellinbank and District and Mid Gippsland leagues look well on the way to being settled. In Gippsland League, Moe overcame Warragul to tighten its hold on fourth spot after its seventh win…

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No luck for Drouin

Posted on June 27, 2017 by editor
Jody Cooper plays in Bunyip’s 1-0 loss to Lyndale.

Drouin state league teams travelled to Somerville with its Seniors producing one of the better performances of the year. Right from the start, Drouin forced Somerville to play to their pace and style but unfortunately trailed 1-0 at half-time. In…

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Utopia shut down

Posted on June 20, 2017 by editor
Utopia Pet Lodge will close and be converted to a municipal pound in a major overturn of a previous Baw Baw Shire decision.

Utopia Pet Lodge will close and be converted to a municipal pound in a major overturn of a previous Baw Baw Shire decision. Cr Danny Goss told councillors it was time to admit fault and fix the “mess the current…

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Bomb hoax at police station

Posted on June 20, 2017 by editor
Police are investigating a threat to blow up the Warragul Police station on Wednesday night.

Police are investigating a threat to blow up the Warragul Police station on Wednesday night. Police are keen to talk to anyone who may have seen a male acting suspiciously in the Queen St Park area around 7pm. A male…

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Crossing celebrates 25 years

Posted on June 20, 2017 by editor
Serving up egg and ham pie with chips, carrots and peas are volunteers Midge Watson, Pauline Ward and Kerry Gray.

The Crossing Drop In Centre Drouin will celebrate 25 years of serving the community with a special afternoon tea on Friday from 1pm until 4pm. The centre name originated from its original location on the former Ampol service station site,…

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Monk joins World Tour

Posted on June 20, 2017 by editor
Warragul cyclist Cyrus Monk has been granted a coveted stagiaire position with World Tour team Cannondale-Drapac Pro Cycling, which will see him compete in the Tour of Britain and various races in Italy.

Warragul cyclist Cyrus Monk has been granted a coveted stagiaire position with World Tour team Cannondale-Drapac Pro Cycling, which will see him compete in the Tour of Britain and various races in Italy. The University of Melbourne student will join…

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