23/04/2026
📰 In today’s Gippsland Times:
🗑️ A petition calling to keep weekly rubbish collections is gaining traction across Wellington Shire, arguing a fortnightly model asks residents to accept less while paying more and that households with higher waste needs will be disproportionately impacted. Story pages 1 & 4.
🏛️ Following a cabinet reshuffle, Harriet Shing has been appointed as Victoria’s Health Minister. Story page 3.
💰 Wellington Shire Council proposed a 2.75 per cent rate cap in its draft 2026-27 budget, and has outlined where capital works funding will be directed. Story page 5.
🏗️ A new site is ripe for development at North Sale, as a block near the new Bunnings Warehouse hits the market with interest anticipated from retail, trade, and service-based operators. Story page 7.
🏉 Funding for two major sporting upgrades to Boisdale Recreation Reserve and Maffra Lawn Tennis Club were awarded in the last round of the state government’s Local Sport Infrastructure Fund. Story page 10.
✈️ The Anzac Week Middle of Everywhere Airshow was a hit with locals and tourists not to be deterred by fuel costs. Story page 16.
🚗 A Heyfield local is gearing up to take part in this year’s Variety Vic Bash, supporting kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disabilities. Story page 20.
🌺 Find local Anzac Day service times on page 20.
⚽ Female Football Gippsland’s expanded senior competition will begin this Sunday. Preview page 30.
⛳ Maffra Golf Club crowned the champions of its women’s championship held over three rounds. Story page 38.
🏊 Sale swimmers competed on the national stage among Olympians, with Mackenzie Gibbs winning several multiclass divisions. Story page 40.
🏆 The Maffra Eagles soared at the Junior Country Championships in Bendigo over the weekend, with the under 12 boys winning division one.
📣 More netball and football reviews inside.
🗂️ Plus, Golf Feature, Classifieds, Puzzles, Footy Tipping, Police Beat, Community Corner, Around Maffra, Business Guide, Property Guide, extended TV Guide, and more sports and entertainment.
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