As many locals venture into our forests and parks this Melbourne Cup weekend - authorities are urging campers to learn about campfire safety before they go.

Danny O’Brien, the Nationals member for Gippsland South, says he is growing frustrated that the Allan Labor Government continues to overlook the pressing need to replace fire stations.

Sale Maffra Cricket Association 1st grade have headed into two day matches.

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