The COVID-19 vaccine program has been progressing smoothly at the two Lakes Entrance medical clinics, with both reporting an increase in bookings over the past week. The COVID-19 outbreak that is affecting Victoria has seen an increase in requests for vaccination in Lakes Entrance. Between Cunninghame Arm Medical Centre and its sister clinic, Dr Janes Place in Bairnsdale, just over 1300 people...

The Metung based committee responsible for the restoration of the historic yacht, Metung is delighted that with the lifting of COVID restrictions (despite this week’s hiccup) they are able to recommence working on this famous vessel.  Built in 1956 at the Bulls Shipyard for Dr Toby Beatty, the Metung had an adventurous career which included eight Sydney to Hobart races, a world...

The Gippsland Engaged Mentoring (GEM) Program shows gratitude and appreciation to valuable volunteers with afternoon tea and volunteer gatherings across East Gippsland.  The GEM Program recognised 65 volunteers who showed true resilience and dedication over the past year.  “Volunteers are the backbone of our program,” program coordinator, Bailee Macnab, said. “Without them we would not...

The onset of the seven-day circuit breaker COVID-19 restrictions that began in Victoria Thursday night have again hit hard, emptying the streets of people. However, takeaway food venues have been well supported in Lakes Entrance, with the public pleased to still be able to get their coffee fix. Brandon Lau, with his partner Kayla Stephenson, took over the popular Salty Groms Cafe in mid March...

Two passionate chefs are joining forces to showcase the best of their region’s local produce in what is best described as a restaurant and kitchen swap, with gastronomically good outcomes in store for East Gippsland diners. Renowned Melbourne chef Nick Mahlook returned to his childhood home in 2020 and successfully launched Sodafish, a seafood inspired waterfront dining experience in Lakes...