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Couple face barriers to attract NDIS review

by Emma BallingallBedridden after a stroke, a Yarragon man has failed to attract NDIS funding that reflects his escalating care needs. Marie Freeman said her husband Darryl hadn’t left his bed for the past three years and required constant care. Yet...

Emma Ballingall

24 Dec 2024

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Could council take over Longwarry oval?

A new councillor has set facility upgrades at Longwarry Recreation Reserve top of her agenda - starting with a look at land ownership. Cr Jess Hamilton called for an officer report on the viability of Baw Baw Shire purchasing the parcel of land at...

Emma Ballingall

24 Dec 2024

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Indecent act at Warragul store

A female shopper was the victim of an indecent assault at a Warragul hardware store. Police said the woman was browsing in Bunnings on Saturday, December 14 at 8.30am when she felt a man brush against her. She alleged the man walked to the end of an...

Emma Ballingall

24 Dec 2024

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Petition calls for PSOs on Gippsland rail line

by Emma BallingallA Warragul woman is petitioning for public safety officers (PSOs) to be stationed at major train stations along the Gippsland line. Having witnessed an incident on a replacement bus service, Joy Vikas was inspired to turn a terrible...

Emma Ballingall

24 Dec 2024

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A million down the drain

by Emma BallingallLess than four years after undergoing a $700,000 surface upgrade, the Neerim South oval requires “a full redesign and rebuild.“Baw Baw Shire community infrastructure director Ben Wood said minor repairs or upgrades would not...

Emma Ballingall

17 Dec 2024

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Youth crime epidemic

by Emma Ballingall An alarming youth crime epidemic and the psychological distress to victims has been condemned by local police. Baw Baw police said the youth responsible for serious offences were not being held to account and walking away with...

Emma Ballingall

16 Dec 2024