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EditorialLiving Well
Insert a pun or pithy title.
Sure, there are patterns in creating a publication, but it always stays fresh! Read more
FeatureChange
(What if) Gippsland took a leading role on the global stage (?)
We asked the team at Snowy Advisory to share their bold vision for Gippsland in 2040 – it didn’t... Read more
EditorialChange
(What if) The inspiration for your next bold idea was right here (?)
Clutching at the sentiment - “there’s no such thing as a wrong idea” - I hoped that we hadn’t... Read more
FeatureLiving Well
I'm sooo OCD.
The term ‘OCD’ is in our common vernacular, but as we learn, having OCD can be time-consuming,... Read more
FeatureLiving Well
Why I collect.
Come explore the expansive collections of Rob, Callie Leed, Neil Smith and Margot Whelan. Read more
FeatureCulture
To serve with all you have.
In her review of The Maid and The Remains of the Day, Andrea Kinsmith expresses gratitude to those... Read more
FeatureCulture
Two Minute Noodle Tears
After leaving my house and the person I’ve loved for most of my adult life, so quickly it was like... Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
Old vines, new wines.
Far out - you enjoy a quick yarn with Wine Gippsland and you walk out thirsty, a whole list of... Read more
FeatureCulture
Quiet and silent.
Skyee had entered the school building with ease, yet it did nothing to ease her absolute... Read more
FeatureCulture
The master and the mastered.
"It can promise you everything and deliver you nothing" - local author, Matt Dunn on the life of a... Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
Take the time.
If you haven’t explored the art of fermenting, our friends at the Reader's Emporium hope that one... Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
Suck it up.
Glenn Dawson and Chris Diggeden have masterfully transformed the humbled noodle into The Only Straw... Read more
FeatureCulture
What is that?!
Channel your inner child, stoke your curiosity and revisit some of Gippsland's most uniquely... Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
Insider sips.
Recently, Shelley Banders enjoyed the opportunity to banter with some of Gippsland's generous drink... Read more
ProfileLiving Well
Kate Jarvis.
Kate Jarvis of Latrobe Health Services shares how fulfilling her work has become in collaborating... Read more
EditorialLiving Well
Curiosity collected all the cats.
In meeting a set of Gippsland's collectors, you gain glimpses into how collections accumulate, and... Read more
FeatureLiving Well
Forever young.
Keen to live forever? Let's go hunting for the magical 'elixir of life'. Read more
EditorialChange
God is in the details.
Thumbing through the drafted pages of this edition, a commitment to detail seems to permeate from... Read more
CultureFeature
There’s magic in these pages.
Andrea of Reader’s Emporium is back with a pair of books you should add to your winter reading... Read more
ArticleCulture
Ahoy there!
Speaking like a sailor? Not necessarily a bad thing. Let’s call it Gippslandia’s ode to the handful... Read more
FeatureLiving Well
In with the old.
We reached out to some local architects and designers to hear about the vacant Gippsland spaces... Read more
FeatureCulture
Road Trip.
Illustrator, Amy Allender takes us on a road trip across Gippsland. Read more
FeatureCulture
Taking inspiration from the wisdom of the past.
Young, passionate artist, Chloe Oakes asks that we embrace the past: reflect and learn from its... Read more
FeatureLiving Well
Viaggiare in Italia!
Isabella Herben was sick of feeling like she was doing nothing but homework, nonstop. So, she took... Read more
FeatureCulture
Vulnerability within community.
Vulnerability in small communities can be intimidating, but it can prove rewarding, as Saxxon... Read more
FeatureCommunity
From paddock to purl stitch.
Meet Gippsland's own 'sheep whisperer', Chloe Dann, and passionate wool crafter, Yvette Brindle, as... Read more
FeatureCulture
Regional Writers Rise!
Storytelling takes centre stage at the inaugural Regional Writers Rise Festival - dare to share... Read more
FeatureCulture
How To Build Your Own Digital World
Tali Oates provides some very valuable pointers on how to avoid doomscrolling and take control of... Read more
FeatureSport
Better than a briquette.
We asked writer Shane Reid to create a dream team of the greatest Gippsland footy players of all... Read more
FeatureCulture
Floods and Fires.
Illustrator Zara Clydesdale creates a pair of pieces on her sensation of "The world around me is... Read more
ProfileChange
Kate Foster.
Meet Kate Foster, a remarkable woman whose journey mirrors the winds' unpredictability and the... Read more
ProfileChange
Bodye Darvill.
Brace yourself for a force of positive change and social justice in Gippsland: Bodye Darvill! Read more
ProfileChange
Mark Waller.
Get ready to meet the epitome of boundless energy and unyielding determination: Mark Waller,... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Big hits & bigger hearts.
Get ready to roll with the fierce and fearless athletes of Gippsland Ranges Roller Derby! Read more
FeatureChange
Meet the gang.
Introducing the courageous and creative young people who have crafted this very special edition of... Read more
ArticleBusiness
A large issue for small business.
Being involved in several small businesses, Tara Elston, was keen to understand how inflation is... Read more
EditorialChange
These are our stories.
Darcy Stockdale slides into the editor's chair to pen a fitting introduction to this special issue. Read more
FeatureBusiness
(Don't) Stop the press.
Gippslandia's General Manager Michael Duncan shares the lay of the land, outlines the future of the... Read more
FeatureBusiness
The adventures of a Valley Boy.
As Gippslandia turns six, we reflect on our journey, the cherished memories made, the resilience... Read more
ArticleCulture
Prom night (with a wombat).
Who knew the journey to this enchanting home-away-from-home would hold as many thrills and chills... Read more
ArticleCulture
Ticking them all off.
Meet Rachel Davey, a Gippslandian who, alongside partner Martina Sebova, has journeyed through... Read more
ArticleCulture
The bolthole.
Discover the perfect hideaway with Jacky Winter Waters, a luxurious minimal space designed to sleep... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Unleashing the discomfort.
25 strangers came together to learn and perform 12 songs in six weeks as part of the Sound of Your... Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Slap another… lentil on the barbie!
With a little creativity and some clever menu planning, it's possible to enjoy all the delights of... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Write our future.
Gippsland's future shines bright with headlines of regenerative success and community collaboration. Read more
ProfileCommunity
Doug Moczynski.
Doug Moczynski is on a mission to use adventure therapy to improve the mental health and well-being... Read more
ProfileCommunity
Liz Kiely.
Liz Keily has had a life filled with adventures and long journeys that have helped her find her... Read more
ProfileCommunity
Beau Vernon.
Beau Vernon shares his inspiring story of overcoming challenges to represent Australia in rugby,... Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
Brain A.I.ded couture.
No animals were harmed in generating these ideas. Read more
Photo FeatureArticle
Full circle: A path to where you wish to be.
Meet Tim Cope, an adventurer, author, and filmmaker hailing from Drouin South. Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
How to go wine tasting.
You don't have to be a wine expert to enjoy a tasting at a local cellar door with cheese platters,... Read more
FeatureArticle
Green energy.
Nature therapy practitioner Jo Byers believes that spending time in nature can promote relaxation... Read more
Artist FeatureArticle
A lovely lass… smokes like a chimney.
Eirian Chapman's exhibition "My Gippsland Girl" at Meeniyan Art Gallery features a woman smoking... Read more
FeatureArticle
Down down the Mitta Mitta.
Experience world-class whitewater rafting in the exceptional wilderness of Gippsland's Mitta Mitta... Read more
CultureArticle
Lose yourself.
Get ready for some exciting summer reading with these recommended books for all ages Read more
FeatureArticle
Ready to roll?
For those seeking a break from the chaos of daily life, four-wheel driving can provide a simple yet... Read more
FeatureArticle
Tough country.
Looking for an adventure in Gippsland? Look no further! This list of Gippsland-based trails was... Read more
FeatureArticle
Do you feel the need? The need for speed.
Buckle up and prepare for takeoff as you embark on a thrilling adventure through the clouds with... Read more
FeatureLiving Well
(What if) We got to the heart of the matter (?)
Until we understand and actively commit to improving gender inequality then we will continue to see... Read more
ArticleCulture
(What if) You made your business work for you (?)
The Reader's Emporium presents a selection of valuable books that provide the building blocks to... Read more
FeatureBusiness
We’re game. Are you?
General Manager, Michael Duncan wonders how we can see the world as 'an infinite game', and reap... Read more
FeatureChange
(What if) The bright lights aren't in the big city (?)
Galah Press founder, Annabelle Hickson shares the origin story of her publication and why, 'it’s... Read more
FeatureChange
(What if) You were passionate about an idea too (?)
As Tasha Wright enthuses, "An innovative startup can come from anywhere!". Here are some insights... Read more
FeatureArticle
Near and far.
Following nearly two years of significantly altered freedoms, a renewed appreciation for the beauty... Read more
FeatureBusiness
In the zone.
Used by NBA teams, hospitals, the military and schools; over two million Myzone fitness devices... Read more
FeatureLiving Well
HRU? RUOK?
R U OK? Day acts as another reminder of how simple it is to be there for our community. Read more
Photo FeatureLiving Well
Have a little dance shall we?”
With this fitness photography spread; there's no excuses, my friend. Let's push things forward. Read more
FeatureCulture
Scratching a sore history.
While the truth of the white woman incident remains elusive, it’s a story all Gippslandians should... Read more
FeatureCulture
Drawn to art.
Artist and curator Melanie Caple shares insights into the immense power of art to lift our spirits. Read more
FeatureLiving Well
To truly care, you must listen.
The forthcoming Gippslandia stories echo the community needs related to mental health. access to... Read more
EditorialLiving Well
Safe hands.
Why a dynamic and inclusive healthcare system is needed to catch us when life goes pear-shape. Read more
ArticleLiving Well
An ode to the truly great.
Writer Matt Dunn on why the 'GOAT' is clear-cut, but not limited to just one individual. Read more
ArticleBusiness
Pursue the extraordinary.
Michael Duncan highlights the power of Brand Tasmania's campaign and wonders how Gippsland or... Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Scones – the Greatest Of Afternoon Teas.
Can I eat a scone if I have dietary requirements? Given my gluten-free lifestyle, I thought not,... Read more
FeatureCulture
GOAT ON A GOAT ON A GOAT*
A review on the greatest Jordan's of all time...(*In my humble expert opinion.) Read more
FeatureLiving Well
The greatest.
Dive into some of Gippsland's 'greatest hits' from notable Gippslandians accompanied by work from... Read more
EditorialLiving Well
Hit the right note with your billy goats.
Meet Salt and Pepper, and learn how goats can be an asset to your property. Read more
FeatureBusiness
¡Viva la (green) revolución!
According to those at the forefront of the net zero energy revolution, Gippsland is the place to be. Read more
EditorialLiving Well
Opinions— let’s have ‘em.
Why this edition is all about goats, G.O.A.Ts and G.U.P.Ts (?!) Read more
Artist FeatureCulture
Whistling winds.
The Bogong Centre for Sound Culture sound recordings provides unique insights into the dynamic... Read more
FeatureBusiness
Let’s talk.
Creating more opportunities to listen to your thoughts on Gippslandia. Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Are we all screaming for ice cream?
Playing with ‘nice cream’ to create a rich, creamy, luscious and dairy-free dessert. Read more
EditorialCulture
Sweet nothings.
We hope this edition of Gippslandia has you pricking your ears up too. Read more
FeatureBusiness
Disconnect to Reconnect.
The value of gratitude and connection in strengthening our community. Read more
FeatureCulture
Understand this.
Here is a more personal piece from Gippslandia 21 – a conversation between a mother, daughter and... Read more
Artist FeatureCulture
Alice Pepper.
Alice Pepper, a Gunai artist has been turning to art to heal. Read more
FeatureCulture
Dream weaving.
Meet the Leongatha author and illustrator Pat Dale who's latest book is dedicated to “Australian... Read more
FeatureCulture
Gippsland: An alternate route.
The road less travelled by Australians is the expedition into ourselves as a Nation. A journey... Read more
FeatureCulture
Big sky stories.
For First Australians, the night sky encompasses philosophical, spiritual or scientific... Read more
FeatureCulture
In your blood.
Mapping the incredible journey out of Africa, into Gippsland, through your DNA. Read more
ArticleCulture
Eyes open.
Here are some key reads on Australia's ancient knowledge that can be a benefit to us all. Read more
Artist FeatureCulture
Where the Land Lies.
A meaningful exchange with community Elders assisted Jo Scicluna in determining which landscapes... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Go Girls Hike to the Light
Help the Go Girls Hike, so they can sponsor access to the Go Girls Foundation Program for Gippsland... Read more
ArticleCulture
Wallung Githa Unsettled.
Wallung Githa Unsettled questions the official remembrance of the past and acknowledges the violent... Read more
ArticleCulture
The beginning.
To begin Gippslandia #21, we present a selection of key creation stories from the Kurnai Nation. Read more
ArticleCommunity
An old place, seen through new eyes.
Gippslandia #21 isn’t about us. Instead, it aims to celebrate Gippsland’s longest-living culture. Read more
ArticleLiving Well
Home time.
There is much to learn from all of the additional days we've had at home. Read more
ArticleBusiness
Psychic migrations.
Can you pass the crystal ball? It's time to peer into Gippsland's future. Read more
FeatureCommunity
Learn to save a life with Ambulance Victoria
Now is the time to learn the basics of CPR and Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Something fast/slow.
A mouth-watering fast and a slow recipe for you to whip up in the kitchen this week. Read more
ArticleCulture
Lost in the story.
When children interact with books they become more involved in the reading experience. Read more
ArticleChange
Time keeps on ticking.
Here’s how writer Joseph Carbone views Gippsland through the three hands of time. Read more
ArticleChange
Towns...they're a changin'.
This is change at the human scale – 30 years long – captured by satellite. Read more
ArticleBusiness
Inspiring stories of startup success.
Meet some local entrepreneurial stars who are making their mark in Gippsland, and beyond. Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
Beautiful decay.
Oli Sansom explains, "It’s the closest thing we have to time travel". Read more
ArticleBusiness
Mapping tall stories.
With more awareness of our region, can we create more inclusive cartography? Read more
ArticleFeature
Rolling stones.
Let's journey through time to learn the processes that have shaped our region. Read more
ArticleBusiness
Let's get at it.
Co-founder, Michael Duncan shares that new clarity has allowed him to view things differently. Read more
CommunityEditorial
What time is it?
Forget the usual editorial spiel, let's get lost in a crossword! Read more
Artist FeatureCulture
Finding your way.
Lauren Murphy shares her reflections and learnings on her first exhibition, and wants to encourage... Read more
Living WellArticle
People. Place. Nilma.
Shelley Banders observes the love language of Caroline Graafsma as she documents the daily... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Next steps.
The crossroads are here. At this stage, here are three options we see going forwards... Read more
ArticleCulture
I've said all the dumb things.
If saying the wrong thing was an Olympic sport, Matt Dunn would be in a green-and-gold tracksuit. Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Food is one of my love languages.
A lot of thought, time, care, consideration, and love can go into cooking a meal. Read more
EditorialCulture
Potato. Patarto. Graffiti. Graffarti.
The fact of the matter is that we’ve been writing on walls since we lived in caves Read more
EditorialCulture
Do you speak 'Internet'?
It’s hard to deny that these quirky words are having an impact on communication. Read more
EditorialCulture
Language as a time machine.
The idea of immigrants’ native language being frozen in time is super fascinating. Read more
EditorialBusiness
Gippsland, a startup paradise?
Why are so many seemingly 'normal' Gippslandians launching startups here? Read more
EditorialCulture
Language and reluctant readers.
The Reader's Emporium provides some terrific tips for encouraging a hesitant reader. Read more
EditorialCommunity
Arrival.
With each wave of newcomers, our modes of communication continue to widen. Read more
EditorialCommunity
Let there be light.
Gippslandia #19, demonstrates the importance of widening and diversifying our conversations. Read more
FeatureCulture
Welcome to Gippsland.
No matter how you say it, you’re very welcome in Gippsland. Read more
FeatureCulture
Superpower.
Superpower is the first published story of 13-year-old Magnus Percy: a youngster with an immense... Read more
ArticleCulture
A tantalising time in Traf?
Our backyard really is the best place to run away to. Read more
ArticleLiving Well
People. Place. Loch.
Shelley Banders chats to artist Lucy Hersey about her practice, moving to Loch and how going... Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Low FODMAP Thai Curry.
A gut friendly, nourishing and seasonal Thai curry, perfect for those cold nights. Read more
ArticleSport
DWWW...W?
Not many football–netball clubs in country Victoria could lay claim to incorporating four former... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Ambassadors.
Gippslandia's Ambassadors have given us so much small-town love, they're creating community. Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
Mauzie’s Most Marvellous Vintage.
Mauzie’s Most Marvellous Vintage is an enchanting repository of lovingly curated couture and... Read more
FeatureCulture
A story we’re lichen.
With a Little Kelp from our Friends is a beautifully illustrated exploration of the planet’s most... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Our schools.
Our schools enrich the lives of our students and the community. Read more
FeatureCulture
The leap.
With some downtime and a shift in focus at work due to the pandemic lockdown, Nicole Mammarella... Read more
ProfileCommunity
Ray Gallagher.
Spend time with Ray ‘Gags’ Gallagher and you’ll soon understand the importance of clubs to small... Read more
ProfileFood & Drink
The Mahlooks.
The Mahlook family has made an indelible mark on the Gippsland Lakes food scene. Read more
ProfileCommunity
Brian Brewer.
With a connection to the town of Walhalla spanning over seven generations, Brian Brewer reflects on... Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
Extra chicken salt?
The local takeaway joint never lets us down! We'll have a Chiko roll and a choccy Big M thanks! Read more
FeatureCulture
Spirits of Collaboration.
Two Gippsland makers are coming together with a mix of the old and new. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Healing, together.
We chatted with Jenny Lloyd from MADRA to better grasp the innovative process that’s underway in... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Travelling with my father’s ashes.
The people, the local produce and offerings, listening and enjoying the company of others are all a... Read more
ArticleCulture
Rhyme, rhythm and reading.
Stories with rhyme and rhythm make the story more playful and memorable, here's a reading list to... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Whatever it takes...
Whatever it takes, that's the spirit of the small town of Thorpdale. Read more
ArticleCulture
Rising again.
The Phoenix Trail is a celebration of the creative and human spirit that rises up and continues... Read more
ArticleCulture
School for UNtourists — MKII
The FLOAT crew have partnered with NGV to launch the new School for UNtourists program at the... Read more
FeatureCommunity
The six degrees.
You're closer to everyone than you think and living in the country means you'll always know someone... Read more
CommunityEditorial
The Secret.
We're kicking off Gippslandia - Issue No. 18 with the opening editorial and the secret that holds... Read more
ChangeGippsland
Gippsland Lakes Aquatic Trail.
If Bonnie Tyler and her classic mid-80s power-pop taught us anything, it’s that we need heroes (as... Read more
ChangeGippsland
An update on Gippsland Smart Specialisation.
An update to the new Gippsland's Smart Specialisation and Strategic (GS3) approach. Read more
ChangeGippsland
A Feast of Forward-Thinking Ideas.
A recent catch-up with Food & Fibre Gippsland revealed that their team is expanding due to the... Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
The silken seas & painterly paddocks of Warren Reed.
With a remarkable eye for capturing Gippsland's coastlines, you'll get lost in Warren Reed's paint... Read more
ArticleCulture
Wide Open Studios.
Take a peek into the secluded studios of these West Gippsland artists. Read more
ArticleCulture
Keep drifting back.
Tea Tree Hill is a 1963 Beach shack located in Venus Bay, offering the perfect space to disappear... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
People. Place. Inverloch.
The phrase ‘family business’ is literal for the Toomey family as they serve holidaymakers and... Read more
Artist FeatureCulture
Neglected by humans. Transported by ghosts. Made art by Aaron.
Aaron Shead creates witty in situ pieces from marine debris, highlighting the need to have urgent... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
An egg-free pav.
Crispy shell, gooey centre, thick whipped cream and fresh summer fruit, a homemade pavlova is truly... Read more
ArticleSport
Going the full 12 rounds.
With the community behind him, there was no stopping this Stratford boxing legend. Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
Lockdown and two crocheted camels.
Capturing the sleepy town of McLoughlins Beach. Read more
ProfileCulture
A new Island home.
Sue Doyle recently escaped the city to live on the Island. Read more
ProfileLiving Well
Reeds, duckshit and wet leather footballs.
The adventures of Gippsland’s backyard explorer Beau Miles. Read more
FeatureCulture
Unapologetically raw.
Craig Ruddy's shortlisted portrait of Uncle Bruce Pascoe is a moving portrayal of a man beloved by... Read more
FeatureChange
At the risk of flogging a certain horse to death.
Although a determined and canny explorer, McMillan’s role in massacres of First Nations people... Read more
FeatureChange
The suburbanisation of the coast.
Why is it that we love the natural forces of the coast, but settle in it as if it were a suburb? Read more
ArticleCulture
Nine Australian books to enjoy summer with.
Summer reading with Australian fiction. Read more
FeatureChange
Roll on, the revolution.
Duane Thomas and Leigh Newton are charging the change on the outskirts of Leongatha. Read more
FeatureCommunity
No eroding this beach town’s spirit.
The recession of Inverloch's shoreline has been rapidly eroding since 2013. Read more
FeatureCulture
Suits you...
Gippsland's nudibranch is a fashion explosion crawling off the coral catwalk. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Three Towns Podcast Series
As the first anniversary of East Gippsland's horrific bushfire season approaches, journalist Matt... Read more
EditorialCommunity
“Come wit it now!”
This edition begins with a bang like the scent of the salty air hits you as you peel yourself out... Read more
FeatureChange
Empowering Our Towns
Heyfield is testing the viability of microgrids as a local energy solution, especially for powering... Read more
FeatureGippsland
Putting Our Stamp On It
A registered Gippsland trademark aims to build more awareness for local brands and the region. Read more
FeatureGippsland
An Introduction to the Collective Craft Malting Facility
Why provenance could be the secret ingredient to Gippsland's brewing success. Read more
FeatureChange
What can we learn and adapt to our region?
A 2019 study mission provided Gippsland industry and community partners an opportunity to hear the... Read more
FeatureChange
Gippsland’s Innovative Micro & Small Businesses
Innovation is increasingly seen as the fuel that boosts a region. Read more
FeatureChange
What is our Smart Specialisation and Strategic Approach?
An introduction to the new Gippsland's Smart Specialisation and Strategic (GS3) approach. Read more
ChangeGippsland
How Regions Can Adapt with Prof Boschma
An interview with leading regional innovation scholar Professor Ron Boschma of Utrecht and... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Our secret.
Connections, conversations and community embody our Gippsland, and the secret is getting out. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Murder, or mystery?
If you were a predator living in the wild, Gippsland’s high country is where you’d be found. Read more
ArticleCulture
The Spaghetti Stains are here to stay.
The Spaghetti Stains is an all-female three piece band with a rad name and rad sounds derived from... Read more
ArticleCulture
Tough enough?
Team Gippsland was fortunate to be one of the 66 teams selected for the World’s Toughest Race:... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
Honest design.
An old dairy farm in Meeniyan, transformed into a designer getaway. Read more
ArticleCulture
Stimulating Arts Package.
Let’s talk about the Arts Stimulus Package. The government assistance package with the sauciest... Read more
ArticleSport
Bernie Quinlan’s Traralgon.
Bernie Quinlan remains unequivocally, Traralgon footy club’s most celebrated son. Read more
FeatureCulture
A welcoming contribution.
Gippsland Immigration Park recognises the substantial contributions of migrants to our communities Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
Memories from afar.
Through these projections, the past simultaneously sits with the present, providing a bridge across... Read more
Artist FeatureCulture
Helen Timbury.
Meet the artist behind the stunning flora and fauna linocut prints. Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Smoky and the cauliflower.
The humble cauliflower made sticky and smoky! YUM! Read more
FeatureCulture
Knowledge is independence.
Mabel from TAFE Gippsland shares her passion for education and the hurdles encountered by migrants... Read more
FeatureCulture
Shared culture.
Aunty Carolyn Briggs has led the way in embracing the cultural diversity of our community and... Read more
FeatureCulture
Running away with the circus.
Rowenna and Alyson share their story about life on the road with Cirque du Soleil. Read more
FeatureCulture
Seán Ó Gabhaín is ainm dom. Cé sibhse?
Does living abroad change your understanding of home? Read more
FeatureChange
command + option: esc
After setting off to conquer the big smoke, it was time to come home to Gippsland. Read more
ArticleCulture
Mountain climbing.
A thought-provoking book on climbing the second mountain in life. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Our Voices. Our Future.
Join Communities Leading Change for an online conversation exploring the big questions around... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Ruth Harper.
Ruth has always been very motivated by preventing climate change and protecting the environment. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Jordan Nabulsi.
Jordan would love to see investment in renewable energy sources in the region. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Arfa Khan.
Arfa's vision for the region’s future is that it makes the most of its natural advantages. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Bosede Adetifa.
Bosede believes when you involve the community and spark those community conversations, you'll find... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Steve Murcott.
With the closure of Hazelwood and being locked out of the job market, Steve looked for a way... Read more
ArticleCommunity
A remarkable backyard reno.
Melon's cottage stands in memory of Eli Charlie Simpson, fondly known as Melon, who lost his battle... Read more
FeatureChange
Deciding with their feet.
Regional Australia is experiencing popularity with millennials and the attraction appears to be... Read more
ArticleCommunity
The many reasons to move to Gippsland.
What is it that lures people to relocate to Gippsland? Read more
FeatureCulture
Borun & Tuk.
Borun, the pelican, and Tuk, the musk duck are the parents of the five Gunaikurnai clans -... Read more
ArticleBusiness
It’s never just business.
We're proud that we're not 'just' anything, people will always be the heart of everything we do. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Isolate || Survive.
Just like the rest of us, our seasoned pursuer of the infamous Gippsland Panther, Arnald Olsen, has... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Boots Theory.
If you base the quality of news on the content itself, rather than the publisher, your perception... Read more
FeatureCommunity
To the other side.
Roving, rambling reporter Rio Davis spoke to President of the Rural Press Club and The Weekly Times... Read more
ArticleCulture
Never tear us apart.
Let’s hear it for Gippsland’s Mass Online Band and their cracking collaborative musical project... Read more
ArticleCulture
Future’s made of virtual reality now.
As a global pandemic began asserting its influence on our lives with every uncovered sneeze, the... Read more
ArticleSport
Vale Kevin Hogan.
The title of ‘legend’ can be tossed around too loosely at times, although few could argue the late... Read more
ProfileCommunity
Ondrej Foltin.
Filled with stories of travel and a passion for sports, Ondrej has some cracker stories to share. Read more
ProfileCommunity
Sue Smethurst.
Sue’s love of Gippsland is only just eclipsed by her passion for listening to people’s amazing... Read more
ProfileCommunity
Zach Kangelaris.
From McDonald's and managing sports events to landing a role as a client partner with a... Read more
FeatureCulture
Podcasts killed the video star.
Be all ears as we meet the voices behind some of our region’s most captivating and rewarding... Read more
Photo FeatureCommunity
Dressed for success.
This is our pictorial ode to Gippsland’s journalists. Read more
Photo FeatureCulture
You need more screen time.
Here’s a round of applause to all the parents juggling youngsters at home through the lockdown.... Read more
FeatureSport
Writing about the game.
Are we missing these cut and paste sports articles? Were they really that cut and paste anyway? Read more
ArticleCulture
To sell is human.
Media is in the business of influencing how and what we think about. Here are 14 thought-provoking... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Chasing the scoop.
Meet some Gippsland locals who are utilising these positive aspects of the industry in their varied... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Why we need voices.
It’s tough being in the media business right now, especially if you’re printed and based in a... Read more
EditorialCommunity
Press Print.
Issue 15 speaks to why Gippsland’s print media is valuable to the community they’re embedded in. Read more
Artist FeatureCulture
Touch the sky.
As part of the 2019 ART+CLIMATE=CHANGE festival, Gippsland Art Gallery celebrated the work of one... Read more
ArticleCulture
Gravity.
A picture says a thousand words is an adage you’ve heard before, but as you delve into the fashion... Read more
ArticleChange
You can’t contain the beasts.
The artistic force PollyannaR has returned with a whole new line-up of TOPshelf creative beasts. Read more
ArticleCulture
Peddling for progress.
It’s stories like Jake’s that not only touch us, but hit us hard and drive Tim, and the other... Read more
ProfileCommunity
John Mitchell.
Australian culture loves someone that rolls up their sleeves and ‘has a go’. For John, those... Read more
FeatureChange
Are you listening?
Sound is all around us. It’s inescapable. Yet, are we actually listening? Read more
ArticleCommunity
How to help.
Megan Cheney shares community-centric ideas and recommendations to assist those in the affected... Read more
FeatureChange
A changed climate. A changing region?
Climate change is not coming — it is here. Read more
ArticleBusiness
Baring for y’all.
This article is something new, different. Something that we haven’t done before. Read more
EditorialBusiness
Watch, Listen, Think.
The recent events in our backyard and across the world explicitly demonstrate how important... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Regen.
Our region has been ravaged by fire, and that may be putting it lightly. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Resurgence.
A panther is not a domestic house cat. They’re an alpha predator wrapped in an enigma. Read more
FeatureCommunity
Joy, and the thousand other emotions you feel when spending time with family.
Each one of us has a complicated, eccentric, and unique family relationship. Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Welcoming more people around the table.
Sharing food helps people to connect, that’s why it is so important to have beautiful, delicious... Read more
FeatureCulture
From a Flicker to a flame?
Oscar Grant runs his own show. He literally wrote, directed, produced and performed his own show. Read more
FeatureCommunity
Party poppers or party pooper?
Throwing a kid’s birthday party in 2019… It’s rife with modern guilt. Read more
ProfileCommunity
Annie Whitlocke.
Grief is a natural, normal way of living. It can take us to depths we would not normally experience. Read more
ProfileCommunity
Nigel Beck.
DJ Nige brought disco to town in the 70s and is still keeping the dance floor jam-packed. Read more
ProfileCommunity
Robyn Bull.
Walk down the aisle with I do I do Gippsland, Robyn Bull’s magazine, which showcases couples’... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
A Festivus for the rest of us.
With another year drawing to a close, you’ll likely begin receiving the odd query on ‘What’s on the... Read more
EditorialCommunity
Wahoo!
It’s our birthday issue, and we’ve tried to stuff it to the brim for you. Read more
FeatureChange
How do you see Gippsland’s forests?
The future of our forests depends on how we understand their impact on our lives. Sure, they can be... Read more
Photo FeatureChange
Human rubbish.
An experience of the waste dumped in our bush, ocean, rivers and farmland. Read more
ArticleLiving Well
In-tents experiences in Gippsland.
If you love camping, without really camping, then this is for you. Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
Gippslandia Cookbook: The Book of Life.
The 'Book of Life', as seen in the TV series, Behind The Sash, on Channel 10 & Peach. Read more
FeatureChange
Let’s build a box to think inside of.
Me, Myself & Si explores the life of an introvert in the creative wilderness. Read more
ArticleCulture
Wilderness.
Andrea Kinsmith of the Reader's Emporium reviews two books on preserving our wild. Read more
EditorialChange
The sublime.
Gippslandia #12 explores the time and experiences spent outdoors and how those experiences of awe... Read more
FeatureChange
From little things, big things grow.
Some of the Gippsland Community Leadership Program alumni share insights on what’s shaping... Read more
FeatureChange
Not afraid of a little hot water.
Farming & gardening is part of Gippsland's heritage, but how do we incorporate these into the... Read more
EditorialCommunity
Where did all the good leaders go?
Gippslandia #11 is a glimpse into local actions of leadership that we can take & how they... Read more
EditorialChange
Kid logic.
What happens when you ask three primary school–aged kids deep questions about the current state of... Read more
ArticleChange
The story of our future.
Transitions can produce mixed feelings, let's make addressing climate change a significant... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Unleashing the adventurous lens.
A photog wrote, "...that’s the beauty of Gippsland; no matter life’s turbulence, Gippsland’s beauty... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Hello Universe.
Take a glimpse of what it’s like to be two or three years old again, as we hand the photography... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Eighth wonder of the world.
Here's an opportunity to learn more about compound interest and how it can do the work for you. Read more
FeatureBusiness
The death of lifelong employment.
The old rules of employment may have died, and the evolving workplace may be tough, but don’t give... Read more
FeatureChange
Un-belonging
Some people know where they belong. However, for many of us, finding our place in the world has... Read more
FeatureBusiness
Meet our future moguls.
Today, there is a new generation of young Gippslandian entrepreneurs that are making waves with... Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Wooing the mum-in-law.
Chef Dave Stewart shares his sterling roast lamb recipe - one that will win over even the toughest... Read more
EditorialChange
Safe hands.
In creating our tenth edition of Gippslandia we learnt that 'youth isn't wasted on the young'. Read more
ArticleBusiness
The Barefoot Investor for Families.
Andrea Kinsmith of the Reader’s Emporium reviews Scott Papes' new title that shares investment tips... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Time to invest, or time to bail?
After the recent market correction, ROPAN Finacial Services offer their advice on planning your... Read more
EditorialChange
Floss your way to the top.
Take what you love doing, use it to find your vocation and chase it hard, and the education will... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Tracks.
As the snow began to fall, Arnald's actions needed to be swift, as his narrow window was closing... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Projects for people, passion & place.
West Gippsland is home to a vibrant Landcare community that is active right across the region. Read more
FeatureCommunity
Take two doses of art to cure.
Integrating art and culture into your life is like taking a pleasurable elixir that'll greatly... Read more
ArticleCommunity
New funding to nurture Gippsland.
The West Gippsland Landcare Networks share some of the many excellent projects they've been up to. Read more
ArticleLiving Well
Home improvement.
Custom builders Kingbuilt, and their collaborators, Gippsland Solar, on designing and powering your... Read more
EditorialChange
From us to you.
Can we travel around over-enthusiastically announcing to random bystanders that, “You get a... Read more
EditorialChange
The big shout out.
Thank you for assisting us to design positivity for Gippsland. Read more
ArticleBusiness
Spreading the news.
Destination Gippsland aims to encourage our visitor economy to grow sustainably for our communities... Read more
FeatureChange
The space matters.
“When did your kids last talk to you about what they learnt at school?” - a conversation with Mary... Read more
FeatureChange
Lessons for life.
The continuous sharing of collective interests forms a community. With teachers like Dani, Ama,... Read more
ArticleCulture
The Dominance Factor.
Dr. Hannaford's, The Dominance Factor shows us how to understand and value the diversity in how we... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Invest in you.
As Scott from ROPAN Financial Services details; most people fail to recognise their greatest... Read more
FeatureChange
(4+2) x 2 ways to learn.
A collection of our favourite engaging online education resources to keep you learning. Read more
EditorialChange
What did you learn in school today?
Why don’t we value our teachers, tutors, educators, coaches, trainers and instructors more? Read more
ArticleCommunity
Targeting willows at their source.
The WGCMA are getting rid of willows in the headwaters to better project our lovely riverbanks... Read more
EditorialChange
Chocolate wisdom?
We hope to inspire other young Gippsland locals to chase ‘play’ so, hopefully, the ‘rest’ will look... Read more
ArticleCommunity
On Board - opening night.
We invite you to the exhibition opening & announcement of winners of the On Board - Skate Deck... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Jacican are Small Business Festival Champions.
Meet Mirboo North's Jacican, a local food studio, are Champions of this year's Small Business... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Creating Future Success – Ros Abercrombie.
Welcoming Festival Director & Creative Consultant Ros Abercrombie to Creating Future Success. Read more
ArticleCommunity
Arnald’s hide.
How can the Gippsland Panther possibly avoid what it does not know exists? To achieve this, Arnald... Read more
ArticleCulture
Prologue.
PollyannaR, our arts contributor dives into the world of theatre with performance artist, maker... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Creating Future Success – John Calabro
Get reacquainted with Gippslandia's Publisher, John Calabro, who's presenting at our first event,... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Creating Future Success – Steve Sammartino
Please meet Steve Sammartino - another great speaker in Gippslandia's first ever event, Creating... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Creating Future Success - Brian Vella
Introducing Brian Vella - one of our great speakers to Gippslandia's first ever event, Creating... Read more
FeatureCulture
Best gig ever.
In Gippsland, on any given night, you might just see the greatest gig of your life. What was your... Read more
FeatureCulture
Open mic.
Peer backstage with nine immensely talented Gippslandians who are taking their performance art to... Read more
ArticleCulture
Draw with Jazza.
Local artist, animator & popular social media personality Josiah Brooks has released, Draw with... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Death, taxes and TBC.
There are three certainties in life: Death, Taxes, and that John Farnham will always have another... Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Royale with cheese.
Pulp Fiction's famous burger - the Royale with Cheese - created with more of Gippsland’s finest... Read more
FeatureCulture
Doubleheader.
What’s better than chatting to a Gippsland musician? Hearing from two local musicians - Jac Tonks... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Winter warmers.
There's something for everyone this winter; foodies, families, or even the wilder & woollier... Read more
FeatureCulture
Let us entertain you.
By turning up our entertainment offerings, what are the big opportunities for an emerging... Read more
EditorialCulture
A gripping yarn.
Of course I’ve been entertained in Gippsland! But we need more voices sharing more of Gippsland's... Read more
ProfileCommunity
Aaron Foley.
Come meet Aaron Foley, the City of Detroit's Chief Storyteller. Read more
EditorialBusiness
The hard reset.
When the gauges on the deck glow red and the emergency lights pop on. Stay calm. Look to the... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Origin.
Can our hunter, Arnald Olsen, get any closer to trapping Gippsland's elusive black cat? Read more
ArticleChange
? = (!+$) x # % <3.
PollyannaR shares her journey from a milker to photographer & mentor, and now social enterprise... Read more
FeatureCommunity
A new start.
Enjoy extraordinary yarns being shared by extraordinary humans who have decided to make Gippsland... Read more
FeatureBusiness
The seed.
Where have your best ideas occurred? Mim chats with local businesses to hear when their ‘light... Read more
FeatureCommunity
The mother of invention - Part II.
Bonus business inspiration, handwritten by some of Gippsland's entrepreneurial mums. Read more
ArticleCulture
Tinkering: Australians reinvent DIY culture.
Learn about 'tinkerers' - those who, “adapt, invent, mend, create, modify, repurpose, improvise and... Read more
ArticleBusiness
Successful succession.
Over 350 businesses close their doors each year, throughout Gippsland, due to the lack of a... Read more
FeatureBusiness
Binary shifted.
A chance meeting can lead to big things - meet the team that founded Gippsland's first startup... Read more
FeatureBusiness
Kickstarting Gippsland.
A collection of facts and figures that demonstrate the potential in fostering startups in Gippsland. Read more
EditorialBusiness
Where to start?
In Gippslandia #6, we present startups, new starts or restarts that support the ‘best-case’ for our... Read more
FeatureCommunity
The Great Pelican Count.
Calling on residents of, and visitors to, the Gippsland Lakes to register to be part of the Great... Read more
ArticleCommunity
2018 Reader Survey
It's time to speak up! We're keen to hear your advice on how we can improve Gippslandia into the... Read more
EditorialChange
On devils & details.
Here’s a word: ‘Nuance’. Can a greater understanding of what makes a place great propel our region... Read more
ArticleCulture
The art education we need.
In 2017 PollyannaR gained the arts education she dreamed of, by building an art education system... Read more
ArticleCulture
Get your rad on.
The tale of an innocent chat between co-workers that evolved into a side-hustle that's become... Read more
ArticleCulture
The Green Man and Brown Mountain.
Andrea Kinsmith reviews this tale of a child who falls in love with the things of Gippsland's... Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
To good health!
Gippsland has been steadily making a name for itself as a region that's excelling in all manner of... Read more
FeatureCommunity
A flag for Gippsland...
...and ten other provoking responses to an otherwise direct, yet tricky, brief. Read more
FeatureCommunity
Where roots run deep.
Feel a sense of pride as you glimpse at how far Gippsland has evolved in the past 200 years. Read more
FeatureBusiness
Chefs’ round table.
A November afternoon hosting many of Gippsland’s leading chefs, restaurateurs & growers, was... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Change is brewing.
A change is brewing across Gippsland; one welcoming a top quality beer that gives back to our... Read more
FeatureCommunity
Identity: Gippsland.
How could the rebranding of Gippsland, as a united region with varied attractions & resources... Read more
EditorialCulture
Death by tilt slab.
Pisa's famous tower shows Gippsland the importance that landmark architecture plays in defining a... Read more
FeatureCommunity
The people who bring you Gippslandia.
An ‘about us’ section to introduce some of our writers, contributors and partners that bring... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Down the rabbit hole.
Where would you hide if your desire were to remain undetected for decades at a time? Read more
ArticleCommunity
You, me & Spraoi.
What can an Irish festival featuring bizarrely costumed people; fish-ladies, bird-men and more,... Read more
ArticleCulture
Release the beast.
Is your brain constantly battling between the world you see & the world that could be? Unleash... Read more
ArticleSport
The art of sports'ing.
The words of artist David Shields ring true for every one of us who have tried our hand at... Read more
FeatureChange
Redefine space.
Where others see crumbling buildings, can we imagine potential resources? Opportunities to... Read more
FeatureChange
Why build theatres and galleries when people are unemployed?
When a community is creative, it’s vibrant and healthy. It’s prosperous and smart. Read more
FeatureCulture
Innovative strokes for innovative folks.
No matter your preferred medium, we hope there’s an idea here to assist in making Gippsland a... Read more
FeatureCulture
The dawn of Gippsland's Renaissance.
Substantial redevelopment of our art and cultural centres is underway simultaneously right across... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Advantage, Olsen.
To live in these woods is to survive, and to survive with these wild beasts is to dominate the... Read more
EditorialChange
M=M+
It may seem a little cryptic at first, but: Momentum creates more momentum. And ‘momentum’ can be a... Read more
EditorialLiving Well
A new big yellow taxi.
Since December 2015 I’ve been carfree. Yet, in the last 18 months, I’ve travelled more than I have... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Four wheels move the body, two wheels move the soul.
The 'Great Vic' may have you watching 5,000 cyclists steadily stream past your town for three to... Read more
ArticleCulture
Rising again.
We're constantly deciding how we engage the world. Will you follow the person in front or stray... Read more
FeatureBusiness
Spear, seed, spanner, silicon.
Futurist Steve Sammartino explores the history of human labour through four simple words: Spear,... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
Gippsland's winning wines.
Wine connoisseur James Halliday, and his formidable nose, have announced four local wineries among... Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Distance, the secret ingredient?
Ah, road trips... a glamorous idea proposed by a bunch of bored friends eager for a spontaneous... Read more
ArticleCulture
The goat that sailed around the world.
Presenting a fine adventure from the Friends of Latrobe City Libraries Short Story & Poetry... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Help improve our environment.
Keen to keep Gippsland beautiful? Join Intrepid Landcare this weekend to help plant more native... Read more
FeatureBusiness
Getting progress back on track.
Looking at the origins of Gippsland fast rail - where it disappeared & can we get the rail we... Read more
Photo FeatureBusiness
The mechanics of mobility.
Petite Visuals presents a pictorial exploration of some of Gippsland’s numerous transport-focused... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
Dream big. Live small.
Dan & Louise talk of living on the road and their new plan of a tiny house on a truck. Read more
FeatureChange
Where ideas take-off.
We’ve been tinkering to develop 12 concepts to turn our area into a high-performance dynamo. Read more
EditorialFood & Drink
How does your garden grow?
Gippslandia's Editor takes you through many of the fine pieces in our second edition. Read more
EditorialBusiness
Short macchiato with one sugar, please.
Each new hospitality offering is an experiment worth watching. So, is this “another bloody cafe” or... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
Sunset salutations.
There’s nothing quite like taking some time out to breathe. Read more
ArticleCulture
Climbing Mount Elite.
PollyannaR shares her thoughts on an artist's path of progression through Gippsland's growing art... Read more
FeatureChange
Seeds of change.
If you only read one article, make it this one about Bruce Pascoe’s seeds of change. Read more
ArticleCommunity
The initial encounter.
Never has the fabled Gippsland Panther been so close, yet so far, at the same time. Read more
ArticleCulture
Down the dirt roads.
Rachael Treasure’s most recent work, Down the Dirt Roads, focuses on mostly on her journey in... Read more
FeatureFood & Drink
Right on our doorstep.
A list of all the wonderful (and often weird) edible luxuries we don’t have to travel so far to... Read more
FeatureChange
Where ideas take root.
The following is a collection of 12 concepts to cultivate innovation in our agriculture and food... Read more
FeatureChange
Farming The Future
The landscape is still shifting. The rolling green hills of Gippsland previously changed from... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
A cut above the rest.
The two Gippslandian butchers battling it out in the 2017 Meatstock 'Butcher Wars' would love... Read more
ArticleCommunity
Reborn in a tent full of glitter.
New Years Eve. A night filled with expectations that are seldom met. Read more
ArticleCulture
Glowtime.
The weather is finally beginning to warm up and the sound of champagne popping open is happening... Read more
ArticleLiving Well
Dip time.
Red Bull recently released an article about the Top 8 Victorian swimming spots, highlighting... Read more
ArticleCulture
Meet my friend, art.
“Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comforted,” quoted by someone important I’m sure,... Read more
FeatureCulture
Behind the big picture.
PollyannaR first appeared on my radar when we met in a windy Traralgon alleyway as she snapped us... Read more
ArticleFood & Drink
Pizza ain’t pizza.
To us, it’s wrong that there’s just one word, ‘pizza’, to describe a range of well-rounded meals... Read more