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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

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A lookout with a name

by Emma BallingallConfusion over the name of a Neerim South lookout has been settled in a confusing manner.“Apex Lookout” will gain official status after Baw Baw Shire officers made the naming decision under delegation. The decision came after the...

Emma Ballingall

11 Dec 2024

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Scope given a further 18 months

by Emma BallingallLocal families have been given time to breathe after Scope gained a further 18-month lease extension at its Warragul “home.“Baw Baw Shire councillors unanimously voted to extend the lease to the end of 2026 at Wednesday’s meeting...

Emma Ballingall

10 Dec 2024

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“Green drought” warning as fire restrictions date set

FIRERISKby Emma BallingallThe risk of grass fires during a “green drought” period is top of mind for fire agencies this summer. With grasslands curing earlier than normal, fire restrictions will be introduced in Baw Baw Shire from Monday, December 9...

Emma Ballingall

04 Dec 2024

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Mt Baw Baw up for grabs

by Emma Ballingal The search is on for a private operator to lease Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort. However, despite a local politician questioning the tourism attraction’s future if a lease cannot be secured, an Erica business owner has emphasised “it’s...

Emma Ballingall

02 Dec 2024