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Food & Fibre Gippsland We get your week underway with a snapshot of Food & Fibre industry news and activities across Gippsland, helping people and businesses to collaborate, innovate and engage. Food & Fibre Gippsland Autumn Newsletter Autumn 2019 Newsletter Food & Fibre Gippsland Officially Launched Food & Fibre Gippsland was officially launched on Friday April 12 at Farm World Gippy Agchat Edition 154 01 April, 2019 Be aware of some of the issues of the latest agricultural issues in Gippsland. Read up on Gippy Agchat Edition 154. Gippsland’s Leading Food and Fibre Organisations to Amalgamate New entity supports Gippy food and fibre sectors Gippy Agchat Edition 153 04 February, 2019 Be aware of some of the issues of the latest agricultural issues in Gippsland. Read up on Gippy Agchat Edition 153. Gippy’s Leading Food and Fibre Orgs to Merge Agribusiness Gippsland and the East Gippsland Food Cluster set to amalgamate in early 2019 to support Gippsland’s important $7bn food and fibre industry. Gippy Agchat Edition 152 December 2018 Be aware of some of the issues of the latest agricultural issues in Gippsland. Read up on Gippy Agchat Edition 152. Gippy Agchat Edition 151 October 2018 Be aware of some of the issues of the latest agricultural issues in Gippsland. Read up on Gippy Agchat Edition 151. Bass Coast Local News Business Award Finalists Announced2019 Business Awards Finalists announced. Captioned Movies Coming Soon Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre’s ‘Wonthaggi Wednesday’ film sessions features captioned movies. Grantville Chosen for Waterline Library Retiring Mobile Library Service will be replaced soon by a Waterline Community Library Network. Road Closed for Paving Works Esplanade in Cowes will be closed to through traffic between Thompson Avenue and Warley Avenue for paving projects. Exciting Investment in Bass Coast Bass Coast recognized as one of the highest areas for projected population change from 2016-2031. Harold Hughes Reserve’s New look New playground and skate park for everyone at Corinella’s Harold Hughes Reserve. Bass Coast Distinctive Area and Landscape Phase 1 Engagement Development to protect the Bass Coast’s unique cultural, environmental, social and economic values now rolling. Community Embraces NAIDOC Week Celebrations Happy NAIDOC with this year’s theme of Voice. Treaty. Truth. Let’s work together for a shared future. Footpath Project on the Way Footpath along Meanderri Drive in Inverloch will be replaced this month. Community Satisfaction Survey Results Are In Year-on-year improvements with 2019 Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey. Cowes Plan Moves Forward Cowes Activity Centre Plan will facilitate development at the key landmark sites of the Warley Hospital and former Isle of Wight. Get Involved In Wonthaggi’s Future Get involved in developing a future vision for Apex Park on Murray Street. Grantville Given a Sporting Chance Grantville Activation Project Help Improve Accessibility In Bass Coast Help improve accessibility by considering to nominate to join Bass Coast Shire Council’s Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee. Celebrating Refugee Week The Staging Post screened in Wonthaggi in celebration of Refugee Week. Congratulations Grant Recipients First round of its 2019 Community Grants Program presented. Enotices Linked To Tree Increase eNotice campaign to encourage ratepayers to sign up. Taking Bass Coast to Capital Hill Delegates promotes Bass Coasts' advocacies in the National General Assembly. Annual Budget Adopted Council adopts 2019/20 Annual Budget. You’ve Got To Be In It To Win It! 2019 Bass Coast Business Awards still open for voting. Council Welcomes Location for Phillip Island Community Hospital Improved access to health services with Phillip Island Community Hospital. Snake Sculpture Slithers into Inverloch 5,110 tiles makes a snake sculpture! Working Together After the Storm Collaborative work to move forward after storm caused damage to the Club’s buildings at Cape Paterson. Help To Grow Local Events Bass Coast Shire Council meets up to create strategic plan to attract events to Bass Coast. One of A Kind Destination Helping Phillip Island and San Remo become a leading tourist destination worldwide. Road Upgrades Made Possible Fixing country road funding Applications Invited for 2019 Bass Coast Business Awards Applications are now open for 2019 Bass Coast Business Awards. Help Stop E-Waste Entering Landfill E-waste banned from all Victorian landfills. Intersection Upgrades on the Way Road safety improvement for intersections in Inverloch and Corinella. Be Aware of Burning-Off Guidelines Reminders on local burn-offs. Comment on Arts and Culture New Strategy replaces the 2015-2019 Arts and Culture Plan Committed to Reducing Emissions 100kW rooftop solar power for Wonthaggi Civic Centre. Community Grants Attract Record Applications Numerous applications requesting over $285,000 in grant funding. Cowes Skate Park Works Back on Track Cowes Skate Park work continues. Funding Extension for Council’s Rural Access Program Support for disability with Building Inclusive Communities ‘Rural Access’ Program. Work Experience at Bass Coast Shire Coucil By Mathew Copeland – Year 10 Wonthaggi Secondary College A New Look for Bass Coast Children’s Centre A bright new learning space for Bass Coast Children’s Centre. Delve Into Art This May Gippsland celebrates ‘Come and Play All of May Pioneer Bay Readies for Road Upgrade Road and drainage upgrade set for Pioneer Bay Estate road. Overnight Rejuvenation for Murray Street Essential maintenance in May for Murray Street. Overnight Rejuvenation for Murray Street Essential maintenance in May for Murray Street. Community Input Needed on Masterplans Future of Blue Gum Reserve in Cowes and Harold Hughes Reserve in Corinella. Council Seeks Community Feedback on Draft 2019/20 Budget Wanted: Community Feedback for Draft 2019/20 Budget. Feedback Wanted for Updated Guide Park Plan Your opinion wanted on plan for the playspace at Wonthaggi Guide Park. New Parks for Waterline Skaters Construction of permanent Skate Parks, now underway. Planning Minister hits pause on Cape Paterson Residential development in Cape Paterson North deferred. Stop the Spread of Flu this Winter Free flu vaccinations through the Government’s National Immunisation Program. Choose Your Preferred Path Feedback needed on the next stage of the Inverloch Surf Parade Shared Path project. Don’t Forget to Register your Pet Less stress with pet registration. Grantville Gets Information Upgrade New information shelter works starting 29 March. Mayor's Message - 29 March A busy week for Mayor Cr Brett Tessari. Road Management Plan Adopted Improved accessibility, safer roads for both vehicles and pedestrians with new road management plan. Rock Wall Replacement to Start Northern side wall between Ramsey and Miller Terrace will be replaced. Advocating for Two Priority Pools $60 million wanted for two Aquatics projects: A new pool for Phillip Island and the redevelopment of the Bass Coast Aquatic Centre in Wonthaggi. Bass Coast joins Application for Rural Council Transformation Program Funding Bass Coast Shire Council applies for funding to establish the next stage of a shared services entity in Gippsland. Council to Back Call for Newstart Increase Bass Coast Shire Council supports increase Newstart Allowance payments. Planning for Wonthaggi’s Future Updated Wonthaggi North East Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) and Development Contributions Plan (DCP) for community viewing available in April. Help shape Skate Park and Play Space Community consultation sessions by Bass Coast Shire Council Become a Friend of Grantville Park To establish Friends of Grantville and District Memorial Park group. New Look for Dalyston Recreation Reserve New football change rooms for players and umpires are complete at the Dalyston Recreation Reserve. Aged and Disability Services Continue to Support our Community Continued aged support through transition. Depot Land Purchased Depot land operations continues with a new purchase of land. Lobbying in the Lead up to Federal Election Ramping up advocacy efforts. Final Touches for Stormwater Project Work resumes 25 February as San Remo Gross Pollutant Trap completes. Keep Recycling, Bass Coast! Unaffected by the SKM Recycling’s facilities' closure. Project Kicks Back Into Action Construction at the Cowes Recreation Reserve continues amidst challenges. Buckley Farewells Bass Coast CEO Paul Buckley PSM bids farewell after five years in the top job. Young Leaders Celebrate Community Students in the 2019 Bass Coast Young Leader program parcipates in a workshop to celebrate their community. Bumper Grants Round Now Open Complete a project plan when applying for Major Project funding. Still Time to Have Say on Off-Leash Areas Calling for community support for off-leash areas. Bass Coast Welcomes New Citizens Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony Carpark Construction Ready to Start Cowes Transit Centre’s all day carpark project ready to start in early February Project Enters Final Stage Water Sensitive Urban Design project completion this February for Seagrove Estate in Cowes. School’s Back after Summer School Zone speed limits are also back in effect Bass Coast’s Best Recognised Deb Rielly: 2019 Bass Coast Citizen of the Year at the Australia Day Awards. Guide Park Concept Plan Feedback are welcome on concept plan to uprade Wonthaggi Guide Park. Historic Shed in New Home Coels Shed relocated to the Phillip Island Community and Learning Centre (PICAL) community garden. Kilcunda’s Famous Bridge Set for Facelift Kilcunda’s iconic Trestle Bridge (Bourne Creek Bridge) gets a facelift. 2019 Bass Coast Australia Day Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards 2019 Bass Coast Australia Day Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards All Politics is Local Bass Coast Shire Council supports the Australian Local Government Association’s (ALGA) Federal Election Advocacy campaign titled ‘All Politics is Local’ Bass Coast Shire Council Appoints New CEO Bass Coast Shire Council appointed Ali Wastie to serve as its new Chief Executive Officer. Bus Loop Gets Once Over Bus loop in front of St Joseph’s Primary School in Wonthaggi will be renewed this January. Community Input Needed for Off-Leash Areas Community input needed on potential off-leash beach areas. Enabled Women Celebrate Graduation Nine women celebrates graduation from the ‘Enabling Women in Gippsland’ program. Federal Advocacy List Gets the Tick Updated its Advocacy Priority list for the third time. Footpath and Bus Shelter on the Go New footpath and bus shelter along Bayview Avenue in Inverloch this January. Keep Up War on Waste Bass Coast Shire Council worked with the community to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill. Phillip Island Waste Facility to Be Built Upgrade to Phillip Island facility expected to cost between $8 million and $8.5 million. Working Together to Reduce Emissions Bass Coast Shire Council agreed to work towards a community greenhouse gas emissions target. Community Grants Give Groups Fundraising Boost Thirty-three community groups awarded at the presentation of Round 2 of the 2018 Community Grants Program. Council Commit Funds to Sound Shell Additional $150,000 toward the Inverloch Sound Shell project. Facelift for Sporting Facilities Phillip Island Football Netball Club rooms at the Cowes Recreation Reserve gets a facelift. More Improvements to Roads and Pathways Capital Works projects underway, including road sealing and footpath renewals. Off to Save Lembongan Two girls from Bass Coast heading off to Nusa Lembongan, Bali to represent Australia in Asia’s first Swimrun. On The Lookout for a New Kind of Art Expression of Interest (EOI) from experienced artists for a contemporary public artwork to be installed in the Bass Valley and Hinterland region. Combating Erosion at Inverloch Bass Coast Shire Council and environmental groups continued to meet to respond to the ongoing erosion along the Inverloch Surf Beach. Capital Works Coming Up New footpath in Wonthaggi and drainage improvements in San Remo and Inverloch this month. Tertiary Education Roundtable Looks to Our Future Bass Coast Shire Council hosts discussion on progressing tertiary education investment in the Shire. Three Bin System Saves 77% of Kerbside Waste from Landfill Three-bin system in Bass Coast diverted a huge 77 per cent of kerbside waste from landfill. 70 Million Reasons to Get Behind Gippsland Business Connect 1100 users registered and more than 60 local procurement opportunities worth $70 million posted to a new business platform. Advocating for Change Unanimous vote to prioritise advocacy for the Change for Sam Strategy. Bass Coast Team in Asia’s First Swimrun Kara Landells of Kilcunda and Nina Barry-Macaulay of Cape Paterson will join 30 athletes from around the world to participate in Asia’s first swimrun Caring For Those Who Care Most National Carers Week celebration from 14th to 20th October. Date Night the Best Start For Early Years ‘Date night’ for early years’ services to strengthen relationships across the sector. Get Rid of Green Waste, Fee-Free Fee-free green waste disposal from 1 November until 16 December 2018. Plogging Along To Save Our Oceans Successful community plogging event on Kilcunda beach. Regional Skate Park and New Playspace for San Remo Bass Coast Shire Council and the State Government commits to region’s best skate park and a new play space for San Remo. Upgrade of Netball Precinct at Inverloch Recreation Reserve Upgrades to Inverloch-Kongwak Football Netball Club. Your Garden Counts In the War on Weeds Weed ‘em and Reap program from 22 October to 26 November 2018. Active Bass Coast Active Bass Coast Plan, a ten year Plan that sets the scene for healthy and active environments and services into the future. Get Qualified on the Job with Council Bass Coast Shire Counci, now offering a range of Traineeships and Apprenticeships. Baw Baw Local News Regional Skate Park Plans ShiftExpert's opinion on the Regional Skate Park and Playspace. A Taste of Ireland coming to Warragul TOURING VICTORIA from 27 March to 11 April visiting Colac, Wonthaggi, Geelong, Echuca, Warragul, Bairnsdale, Traralgon, Sale, Wangaratta, Albury, Yarrawonga, Shepparton, Bendigo, Swan Hill and Mildura Danny O'Brien MP Liberal Nationals will back the Yallourn Yallourn North Football Netball ClubElected Liberal Nationals Government to ensure a $470,000 upgrade facilities at George Bates Reserve. Liberal Nationals backing Churchill Football Netball Club $1 million state-of-the-art upgrade for Churchill Football Netball Club. David Hodgett MP Liberal Nationals Will Finish Duplication of Princes HwyElected Liberal Nationals government to finish the duplication of the Princes Highway between Traralgon and Sale. East Gippsland Local News New Wy Yung Water StoragePreparations for a new 36 million litre water storage tank in Wy Yung. Emma Kealy MP Labor Must Not Delay Immediate Change for Better Mental Health OutcomesBetter health outcomes wanted badly. Royal Commission into Mental Health Regional Victorians must have a fair opportunity to give evidence and have their say. Drugs Crisis Getting Worse, Not Better: ACIC Victoria has the highest heroin use. Labor’s Dud Ice Action Plan Failing to put A Lid on Drug Crimes Community Ice Action grants axed. VAGO Finds Mental Health System Failing Victorian Children Mental health system in crisis yet reform is still far away. Latrobe Valley to Get Residential Rehabilitation Centre under Liberal Nationals Access for drug or alcohol addiction rehabilitations for people in the Latrobe Valley under an elected Liberal Nationals Government. Statement on Royal Commission into Mental Health Statement on Royal Commission into Mental Health Our Streets Less Safe for Women Under Labor Data by the Crime Statistics Agency showed Daniel Andrews failed to the streets safer for women. Feature  Latrobe – Gippsland’s Unemployment Rate at Record LowWe have a record low 3.2% regional unemployment in Latrobe-Gippsland says Australian Bureau of Statistics data.  Northe Tables Hazelwood Pondage PetitionNorthe highlighted massive support by community for the retention of Hazelwood Pondage.  Gippsland Startup wins a trip to ChinaLaura Eddington from Warragul and founder of Little Bumble Reusable Food Wraps wins a two day hackathon to Nanjing, China. Find out more about this exciting development for the company.  Still a Flood of Support for PondageOverflow of support to reopen Hazelwood Pondage.  Gippsland Freight Benefits from Bridge StrengtheningThis critical link on the Princes Highway for transporting goods carries over 3,300 trucks each day in and out of Gippsland.  Appoint of New Chief Executive Officer for Latrobe CityLatrobe City Councillors were unanimous in their decision to appoint Steven Piasente as new Chief Executive Officer after an extensive recruitment process.  Electrifying Boost to Jobs in the Latrobe Valley with electric car plantLatrobe Valley to become the capital of electric vehicle manufacturing in Australia.  New Heavy Pumper for Traralgon FirefightersA new heavy pumper for Traralgon Fire Brigade's 130th birthday. Gippsland Water East Gippsland Water grantsGet Those Applications In for an Environmental Grant Keeping Water Bills Down No increase to the average customer bill over the next 12 months. Drainage Works affecting Eastwood and Bullumwaal Roads at Wy Yung Works to install some 400 metres of drainage continues. Free Computers for a Worthy Cause 23 Lenovo desktop computers give aways. Applications Invited for Round 3 of Environmental Grants Applications are now open for Round 3 of Environmental Grants. Boosting Water Services with Bumper Package of Engineering Projects $6.3 million engineering projects to safeguard and enhance water services. Water Sector Signs Innovative Energy Deal New energy partnership to minimise greenhouse gas emissions and maintain affordable water bills. Planning for another Dry Summer Rain and reduction in water use improved water supply for East Gippsland. Sarsfield Water Main Upgrade Works Replacing and upgrading 4 kilometers of main water supply pipeline. Tourists Urged to Use Water Wisely over Easter Please ensure they use water efficiently during their stay. Water Main Replacement Works - West Bairnsdale Water works to boost water reliability and quality. Water Situation Update No trigger yet for compulsory water restrictions. We need you! Invaluable feedback needed. Your Feedback is Important to us Annual customer satisfaction survey Your Water Supply In A Bushfire Consider water supply when planning for a bushfire. Northe Expresses Disappointment at Lack of Commitment for Lifeline Gippsland Russell Northe described his reaction to a recent response from the Minister for Mental Health. Still Time to Apply For an Environmental Grant There is still time to submit an application for Round 2 of the East Gippsland Water-funded Native Vegetation and Habitat Creation Grants program. Water Main Realignment Works to Commence Shortly in Swan Reach Realignment of water along Princes Highway at Swan Reach due to start Mid November. Steve McKenzie takes the reins as East Gippsland Water's new Managing Director East Gippsland Water's new Managing Director. Applications Invited For Round 2 of Environmental Grants Scheme East Gippsland Water now inviting applications for Round 2 Native Vegetation and Habitat Creation Grants program. Gippsland-wide News Support for Those Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson’sDiagnosed with Parkinson’s in the past 5 years? A Parkinson’s Victoria Recently Diagnosed Seminar in Traralgon on Thursday 18 July is designed to help you better understand and manage your condition. Startup Gippsland 2019 Culminates In Dynamic Pitch Night -Prize Winners Announced Grand finale event of the 2019 Startup Gippsland program. Startup Gippsland Accelerator Program Leads Australia Startup Gippsland program recognised as an outstanding success. Three new Labor taxes celebrate their third birthday Labor taxes' anniversary. 2019 OPTUS Victorian Country Long Course Swimming Championships Happening on 25th January to 27th January. Gippsland will Rocket into the New Year with the Launch of Startup Gippsland Launch of the Startup Gippsland program announced. Harriet Shing MP 5,000 Gippsland Residents Get Help at The Orange Door Safety offered from threat of family violence when you enter the Morwell Orange Door. Celebrating 150 Mobile Towers across Regional Victoria Delivery of 150 mobile phone towers confirmed to improve safety, eliminate black spots and enhance digital connections. Greyhound Racing On Track for Return to Traralgon Greyhound racing program gets funded. Have Your Say on Volunteering in Eastern Victoria Share your experiences and ideas about community life and volunteering in the region. More Young People in Eastern Victoria Region Urged to be Organ Donors Young people urged to joint the Australian Organ Donor Register. Small Business Experts Head for Churchill Small Business Workshop comes to town. Small Business Experts Head for Drouin Small Business Workshop comes to town. Boosting Business in Warragul Warragul growth through 3rd round of the Boost Your Business Voucher Program. Designs Released For Latrobe Valley Govhub Artist impressions of the $30 million GovHub, released. Gippsland Employment Skills Training (Gest) Finalist in 2019 Learn Local Awards Gippsland Employment Skills Training (GEST) gets nomination for Victorian Learn Local Awards. Honouring our Multicultural Senior Citizens $4,000 cheque to support the work helping older migrants. Kinder Upgrade to Support Warragul Families Access to more kinder places and the first-rate early years services for Warragul families. Latrobe – Gippsland’s Unemployment Rate Continues to Fall Latrobe-Gippsland's conquering unemployment. Latrobe Valley’s Nurses, Doctors and Paramedics Rise to the Challenge Busy flu season for Latrobe Valley health care providers. Maintenance Works to Keep Gippsland Trains Moving Maintenance estimated to be completed over 11 nights to boost reliability for passengers in the long term. New Funding to Strengthen Disability Rights Funding boost to strengthen disability rights. Victorians Hooked on Fishing with New Custom Plates Fishing-themed custom plate for fishing lovers. Willow Grove Sporting Facility Upgrades Complete New multi-purpose, female friendly match day pavilion at the Willow Grove Recreation Reserve. Baw Baw Shire Council Joins Small Business Support Scheme Baw Baw Shire joins Small Business Friendly Council initiative. Boosting the Valley’s Community Facilities Eleven projects across the Latrobe Valley gets supported. Latrobe City Council Joins Small Business Support Scheme Latrobe City joins Small Business Friendly Council initiative. New Home for Gards Volunteers and Members New home of GARDS in Moe, officially opened. Boosting Kinder Services in Drouin Facility upgrade at Drouin Primary School Early Learning Centre set to begin. Children’s Facilities Capital Program Grants Now Open in Eastern Victoria 2019/20 Children’s Facilities Capital Program opens today. Gippsland Soccer Scores New Synthetic Field of Dreams FIFA-accredited synthetic pitch for Gippsland Soccer. Greener Pastures for Traralgon Croquet Club Sheen on new greens for Traralgon Croquet Club. Making Kindergartens More Inclusive For All Children in Eastern Victoria Playgrounds and buildings upgrades to support children with additional needs. New Indoor Baseball Training Facility for Local Clubs All-weather baseball training facility now open! Baby Bundles Coming to Eastern Victoria Free baby bundles for first-time parents. Keeping Our Promises to Eastern Victoria Region Local families will benefit from brand-new Baby Bundles, new and expanded School Breakfast Clubs and the next stage of our Solar homes program. Slashing Stamp Duty in Half to Boost Regional Businesses Stamp duty reduced by 50 per cent. Supporting Contract Workers with Long Service Benefits Commencement of the Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme. 32,000 Fish Stocked in Time for School Holidays School holidays optimised to get more people fishing more often. Boosting Our Local Community Halls Bundalaguah & Myrtlebank Hall gets major refurbishment. Delivering Jobs for The Latrobe Valley Businesses encouraged to register their interest. Developing an Aquaculture Industry in Latrobe Valley Andrews Labor Government partners with a premium barramundi supplier to start aquaculture facility in Latrobe. Giving Eastern Victoria Regions’ Hard-Working Carers the Helping Hand They Deserve Package of nearly $50 million to go towards grants for initiatives that support carers. New Partnership for Latrobe Valley Skills New partnership to prepare Latrobe Valley workers for upcoming jobs in the electric vehicle industry. Preventing Family Violence with Women’s Health Services New funding to teach people how to call out sexism and create gender equality policies. Upgraded Facilities for Trafalgar High School Bigger, better school facilities for Trafalgar. Architects Appointed for Tafe Gippsland Redevelopment Newly appointed architect to design the major redevelopment of its Morwell campus and the new Port of Sale campus. Business Funding Boost Government commits $50,000 to Latrobe City Council local business events program. Eastern Victoria Locals Urged to Take Care on Quad Bikes A renewed call for vigilance on and around all-terrain vehicles or quad bikes. Better Boating and Better Fishing for People in Eastern Victoria $82.2 million investment for better boating and boost recreational fishing. Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants Now Open Latest round of grant to protect the environment, now open. Keeping Our Promises and Delivering for Gippsland Promises turning to realities for Gippsland. Community-Led Road Safety Initiatives Funded VicRoads Community Road Safety Grants Program's 1.3 million fund for road safety awareness. Connecting Morwell with High-Speed Broadband Access to high-speed broadband for Morwell. Newborough Bulldogs Score Upgraded Lighting Newborough Bulldogs gets a funding boost. Backing Community Projects in Baw Baw Support for community projects across Baw Baw Shire. Backing Community Projects in Latrobe Support for community projects in Latrobe. Boosting Safety and Reliability on Baw Baw Roads Reliable and safe roads with Fixing Country Roads Program. Boosting Safety and Reliability on Latrobe Roads Reliable and safe roads with Fixing Country Roads Program. Building Begins On New Kinder Hub in Morwell Access to more kindergarten places in Morwell. Creating a Powerful Voice for Aboriginal Victorians on Treaty Victoria’s first – and historic – First People’s Assembly. Crime Prevention Grants On Offer to Local Communities Public Safety Infrastructure Fund (PSIF) applications are now open. Federation Training Becomes Tafe Gippsland Federation Training unveils its new name. Funding Boost for Newborough’s Athletes 10 new multi-sport courts and a pavilion to be constructed. Latrobe Boost to Emergency Ambulance Arrivals Data shows Ambulance arrtival at the scene of emergencies two minutes quicker in the March quarter. Local Moe Company Wins Manufacturer of the Year Medium-sized business Manufacturer of the Year named. More Funding Announced For Environment Volunteers in Eastern Victoria Opening of the 2019-2020 Victorian Landcare Grant. New Stem Facilities for Students in West Gippsland New facilities for students studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics in West Gippsland. Upgraded Classrooms and Facilities for Kurnai College Bigger, better classrooms and school facilities. Upgrades to Morwell Kindergartens’ Play-Based Learning Spaces First-rate kindergarten with upgrades to Morwell kindergartens. Gippsland, a Tourism Boom that Keeps Growing New data showed 2018 as tourism industry's biggest year. Honouring Eastern Victoria’s Inspiring Seniors Nominations are now open for community contributions by seniors and organisations. Lighting Up Sport across the Latrobe Valley Installation of 300 new lux LED lights in Newborough and Traralgon. People Encouraged to Enter Sustainability Awards Nominations are now open for 2019 Premier’s Sustainability Awards. Plantation Timber to Take Root in Gippsland $110 million investment in native plantation timber, including 550 hectares of crown land close to Maryvale and Yallourn North in the Latrobe Valley announced. Sculpture Rises from Bushfire Devastation Resilience through a ash and metal sculpture. Standing with our Valued Lifeline Heroes Standing with Gippsland communities due to fire and drought. Victoria’s Public Housing Gardening Talent in Full Bloom Victoria’s most outstanding public and community housing gardens awarded. Giving Locals A Voice at the Mental Health Royal Commission Lived experiences sharing through new online portal. Helping More Young Victorians Learn To Drive Support for young Victorian student drivers. Mental Health Boost to Support Gippsland Recovery New funding for fire-affected communities in Gippsland. New Collaborations for Gippsland’s Food and Fibre Sector Gippsland’s food and fibre industry is set to continue its growth and market presence. One-Stop-Shop for TAFE Jobs in Eastern Victoria A place for industry experts in Victoria's TAFE sector. Pitch Perfect Start for Cricket Centre of Excellence New Cricket Centre of Excellence at Ted Summerton Reserve now underway. Slam Dunk for Traralgon Sports Stadium Traralgon Sports Stadium transformation underway. Telling the Stories of Yarragon Veterans Yarragon Community Hall Committee to restore the Australian Natives Association Yarragon Branch No 217 Honour Board. Gippsland Line Passengers Urged to Plan Ahead During April State-wide Autumn transport construction blitz for metropolitan lines. Building the Best School Facilities for Warragul Bright and modern facilities with the opening of GLA building at St. Paul's Anglican Grammar School. Changing the Game for Women in Eastern Victoria Continued support for women in sport. Upgraded Labtrobe Valley Sports Facilities on their Way Work starts in building Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre (GRAC) and Traralgon Indoor Sports Stadium transformation. Delivering For Country Football and Netball Clubs Another chance to upgrade grounds, courts and pavilions. More Rehab Beds for Young Victorians More support for young regional Victorians with a new youth residential rehab facility. New Campaign Shows Gippsland is Open for Business New tourism campaign to encourage visitors to choose Gippsland for their next trip. Rebates Helping Victorians Reduce Water Bills Two innovative community rebate programs to reduce water bills. Safety Work Complete Between Longwarry and Traralgon Safer travels between Longwarry and Traralgon with Princes Highway. First Steps for Victoria’s Free Baby Bundle Free Baby Bundles for first-time parents. Asbestos Taskforce Kicks Off in the Latrobe Valley Asbestos taskforce first meeting for the Latrobe Valley. First Businesses Sign on to Grow Gippsland Economy GROW Compact committed their business to increasing local spend in Gippsland. Helping Gippsland Children Get the Most Out of Kindergarten Kindergartens to benefit from Australian-first school readiness funding. Local Schools to Remain Independent No merger for local schools. Supporting Gippsland Passengers during Autumn Blitz Free travel during state-wide autumn transport construction blitz. Lowanna College Students to Live and Learn In India Lowanna College to do travel immersion in India. Drouin to Host Spartan Kids Race Next School Holidays Spartan Australia kids’ race comes to Baw Baw Shire for the first time. Fixing Country Roads as Maintenance Blitz Ramps Up $70 million share for safer and more reliable roads. Free TAFE Starts at Federation Training Morwell Free TAFE program for students and job seekers from the Latrobe Valley. Grants to Kickstart Multicultural Events $3 million worth of community event grants for multicultural groups Nominations Open for 65th Victorian Training Awards Nominations now open for the 65th Victorian Training Awards Baw Baw L2P Celebrates 10 Years Celebrating 10 years of supporting local learner drivers get their licence. Don’t Be Sidelined – Get Active This April Registrations for the 11th annual Premier’s Active April campaign now open. Get Screened To Reduce the Impact of Cancer in Eastern Victoria Region Get yourselves and your loved ones screened. Grants Help Eastern Victoria Music Venues Be Good Neighbours Good Music Neighbours applications, now open! New Funding Available For Sports Clubs in Eastern Victoria Region Grants of up to $3,000 or $10,000 to community sporting clubs. Gippsland Cemeteries Receive Victorian Government Grants Nineteen Gippsland cemeteries received a government grant. Latrobe Valley Authority Benefiting Community Morwell Historical Society receives a $12,539 grant. Stars Aligned For Latrobe in Country Cricket Coup Big Bash League charging into the Latrobe Valley. Boosting Renewables and Cutting Energy Costs in Gippsland Two Gippsland community groups shares in $1.1 million worth of grants for renewable energy projects. New Lanes Completed On Two Sections of Princes Highway East between Traralgon and Sale Better journeys up ahead along newly duplicated and safer sections of the Princes Highway through Gippsland. Record Bass Stockings into Blue Rock Bass stocked into Gippsland to improve inland recreational fishing opportunities. Delivering a Great Local School for Traralgon Massive upgrade to Traralgon (Kosciuszko Street) Primary School with a re-elected Andrews Local Government official. Increasing Victoria’s Renewable Energy Target and Boosting Jobs Benefits in an increase Victoria’s Renewable Energy Target (VRET) to 50 per cent by 2030. Renters to Benefit from Labor’s Solar Panels Plan Inclusion of more Victorians in a half-price solar panels rollout. Supporting a Bigger, Better Gippsland Plains Rail Trail Investment in a scenic trail will create jobs and boost tourism in Gippsland. Building a Community Hospital on Phillip Island Re-elected Andrews Labor Government to deliver the Phillip Island Community Hospital in Cowes. Century Milestone for Community Facility and Event Grants More than 100 community projects now realised with support from the Latrobe Valley Authority’s Community Facility Fund. Delivering Better Transport for Gippsland and The Bass Coast Andrews Labor Government to invest $157,000 to improve transport services across South Gippsland and the Bass Coast. Fixing Local Roads in Bass Coast Shire Bass Coast Shire gets help to fix local road network with $100 million Fixing Country Roads Program. New Gippsland Regional Sports Complex is Ready to Roll Revamped Gippsland Regional Sports Complex in Sale opens today! Road Safety Boost for Bass Coast Schools Improvements for kids and families' safety around Inverloch/Kongwak Primary School and Newhaven College. Road Safety Boost for Lakes Entrance School Introduction of electronic speed signs to improve safety around St Brendan’s Primary School in Lakes Entrance. Road Safety Boost for Mirboo North Primary School Improving safety around Mirboo North Primary School and Mirboo North Secondary School with electronic speed signs. Road Safety Boost for Sale Specialist School Improving safety around the Sale Specialist School with electronic speed signs. Delivering More Reliable Services for Gippsland More frequent and reliable train services and more travel choice for Gippsland locals from a re-elected Andrews Labor Government. Ace in the Hole – Works Begin at Sale Tennis Centre The $2.35 million redevelopment of the Sale Tennis Club is now underway. Boosting Community Safety in Traralgon Funding for the Traralgon Reserves and Pathways Lighting Improvements project announced. Continued Boost for Youth Crime Prevention More funding to a vital youth crime prevention program. Expanding Mental Health Support to Gippsland Students Access to a mental health professional for secondary schools soon. Great Local Ideas Secure Funding Through Pick My Project vital funding through Pick My Project Moe Nets Funding For New Cricket Centre of Excellence A $500,000 funding for a state-of-the-art cricket centre of excellence. Morwell Locals Helping Power New Trains The Morwell facility is creating new employment opportunities for locals. New Justice Service Centre for Warragul Access to a range of justice services with the opening of a new Justice Service Centre. Omeo Pedals towards Multi-Million Mountain Bike Trail Investment in planning and infrastructure to back up regions hit hard by drought. Putting the Hill End Community First In Baw Baw Shire Andrews Labor Government heeds Hill End community to retain the iconic Hill End Primary School for community use. Sale Greyhounds Celebrate Spring Racing and Seniors Upgrades for the infrastructure at the Sale Greyhound Racing Club. Sale Showgrounds Open and Water Tower Redevelopment Happening New amenities and recreation building at the Sale Showgrounds is now open. Sport Loan to Help Latrobe Valley Locals Make a Splash A $10 million loan for the transformation of the Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre and the Traralgon Indoor Sports Stadium. Tarwin Valley Primary School Upgrade a Step Closer AOA Architects appointed to design a S500, 000 upgrade of the Tarwin Valley Primary School. Traralgon College and Latrobe Special Developmental School Upgrade a Step Closer Hede Architects Pty Ltd appointed to design Stage 1 of the Traralgon Education Regeneration Project. $1.66 Million Specialist Skills Boost for Federation Training Access to cutting edge training for local Yallourn TAFE students soon! Building a Bigger and Better Latrobe Regional Hospital Massive expansion set for the Latrobe Regional Hospital at Traralgon. Building a New Kinder Hub in Morwell Access a new one-stop-shop kinder, school and family services soon! Building on the Men’s Shed Community in Toongabbie Toongabbie & District Men’s Shed extension opens today! Building Upgrades at Wonthaggi Primary School Important new works for the Wonthaggi Primary School soon! Creating Spaces for Young People in the Latrobe Valley Youth-focused hub formally opens! Delivering a Great Local School for Lakes Entrance $1 million towards an upgrade at St Brendan's School. Energy Programs Deliver Jobs for the Latrobe Valley Driving down energy prices with installation of microgrids. Enviromicrobio Lab Opens at Federation Training’s Yallourn Campus Laboratory at Federation Training’s Yallourn campus by EnviroMicroBio Lab opens today! Gippsland Line Upgrade Supporting Local Jobs This $95 million project supports local jobs. Helping Victorians Start Their Own Business Back up for Victorians who want to start their own business. Location Announced For New Morwell Fire Station A new fire station in Morwell to boost to emergency services in the Latrobe Valley. Lowanna College Unveils Upgraded Classrooms and Facilities Bigger, flexible learning spaces and school facilities unveiled! Morwell Makes Room for ‘Her Place’ Celebrating the lives of Victorian women with an exhibition in Morwell. Protecting the Iconic Blue Rock Lake Funds made available to improve visitor facilities and recreation at Blue Rock Lake. Providing More Parenting Support in Gippsland Free parenting support in Gippsland. San Remo Skaters Score New Skate Park $650,000 new skate park for San Remo Extra Rehabilitation Beds for Victorian Youth New youth residential rehabilitation facility to be established in Gippsland. Small Business Experts Head for Moe Access to relevant, reliable and affordable information on growing the business at workshops to be held in October for small businesses in the Moe are. South Gippsland Connected to The State’s Water Grid South Gippsland will be connected to the state’s water grid for the first time. Trout Stocking Bonanza for School Holidays More than 30,000 catchable size rainbow trout stocked into almost 80 waters state-wide. Youth Space Latrobe Seeks Ideas from Young People Branding the Youth Space Latrobe in Morwell welcomes ideas from the youth. Andrews Government Kicks in for Gippsland Sport Residents of Toora, soon to enjoy modern sports facilities. Two Gippsland Clubs to Receive a Life Saving Debrillator Latrobe Valley 4WD Club and Tetoora Road Community Centre received defibrillator for medical emergencies. Latrobe Local News John Conomos – BeyondArtist of "Beyond" is coming to the Latrobe Regional Gallery. Kevin White – Vessel A Voyage ‘Vessel: A Voyage’ featured at Latrobe Regional Gallery. Latrobe City Draft Cultural Diversity Action Plan 2019 – 2023 Draft to focus to continue to improve services and information that are inclusive of people from diverse backgrounds. Morning Noon and Night Cbus Collection of Australian Art featured at Latrobe Regional Gallery until October 13. Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre Construction Ramps Up Construction of Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre begins. The Welcome Boorai to Country Special ceremony to acknowledge the important role Elders play in welcoming and connecting Boorai’s (babies) to the land. Morwell Rose Garden Theft Theft of Roses at Morwell Rose Garden. Change of Greenery for Traralgon Croquet Club Change of greenery at Glenview Park. New Era Kicks Off for Latrobe Valley Soccer Newly installed FIFA accredited synthetic pitch at Gippsland Regional Centre. Infrastructure Barriers to Latrobe City Investment and Jobs Infrasctructure barriers. Morwell CBD Revitalisation Creation of a reinvigorated town centre and establishing Morwell as a vibrant, dynamic and welcoming centre in the area of Morwell. Lorraine Bartling OAM Scholarship Awarded Lorraine Bartling OAM Scholarship in Nursing and or Social Work awarded to Rebecca Plozza. Monday Night's Council Meeting Round-Up: 3 June Below is a snapshot of some of the decisions made by Council at its Ordinary Meeting on Monday 3 June 2019. Experimenta Make Sense: International Triennial of Media Art What it is to be human in the digital age of technological acceleration. Fun, Fact and The Famous at This Year’s Latrobe Literary Festival Diverse program mix in this year's Latrobe Literary Festival. Latrobe Valley Information Network (LVIN) World’s largest real-time environmental monitoring network goes online in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria on the 1st May. Monash and W.H Corrigan Reserves Re-development Sod Turning Construction begins in Monash and W.H Corrigan Reserves re-development. Monday Night's Council Meeting Round-Up: 6 May May 6 Council Meeting Round-Up The Line Between Us Art in exploration of time and connection between natural and synthetic environment. Where’s Our Share? No signs of funding yet. #BuildingLatrobe A call for support for #BuildingLatrobe. Latrobe City Council 2019/2020 Draft Budget and Draft Rating Strategy 2019-20 Budget draft considers investment in generational assets for population growth and enhanced liveability. First 1000 Days Project First 1000 Days Project aims to promote strong cultural connections. Rewriting the Score – Latrobe Regional Gallery 12 metre installation at Latrobe Regional Gallery titled REWRITING THE SCORE. Latrobe Creative Precinct – Sod turning Ceremony Commemoration: beginning of construction of the Latrobe Creative Precinct. Magistrates Proceedings Flamin Donuts and Not Maccas in the Latrobe Valley Magistrates proceedings this week. Monday Night's Council Meeting Round-Up: 18 March A snapshot of some of the decisions made by Council at its Ordinary Meeting on Monday 18 March The Australian Medium 2019 Tour Charmaine Wilson 2019 Tour Wild Wogs 2: They Finally Left Home…And Without Their Mothers! The Wild Wogs are back! Latrobe City Council Successfully Pursues Legal Action Legal action against two individuals in relation to breaches of the Building Act 1993 Morwell Rose Garden Festival Funding A $100,000 Federal Government funding to expand the Morwell Rose Garden Festival. Remix: Recent Acquisitions – Various Artists Remix: Recent Acquisitions, a diverse and distinct selection of artworks. The Class of '59 is back on it's Rock & Roll Circus Tour Rock & Roll Circus Tour rolls in to Australia in 2019. The Stream – Hiroya Sakurai THE STREAM by Hiroya Sakurai is currently on display at Latrobe Regional Gallery, Morwell. The Bridge of No Return’ exhibition at Latrobe Regional Gallery Lyndal Jones at Latrobe Regional Gallery. EPA Works Approval Applications Extended EPA Works Approval application extended Latrobe City Libraries Seeking Feedback Feedback needed on City Library collections. Safe and Strong Latrobe Safe and Strong Latrobe, designed to prevent violence against women. Official Opening of Shared Pavilion and Netball Courts at Morwell Recreation Reserve Morwell Recreation Reserve Precinct Master Plan officially opens Temporary Traralgon Library Hours Traralgon Library closing. The Gippsland Town of Churchill is Tipped to be a Highlight of The 2019 Jayco Herald Town of Churchill, to be a Highlight of The 2019 Jayco Herald. Change for Sam Strategy Increased community awareness and better support for women experiencing violence with Change of Sam Strategy. Domestic Wastewater Management Public Draft of Latrobe City’s Domestic Wastewater Management Plan released. Crinigan Road Bushland Reserve Committee Reserve committee currently looking for new members to get involved. Hazelwood Pondage Caravan Park Closure Hazelwood Pondage Caravan Park temporarily closed. Neighbourhood Navigator Online map to easily access information on the community services, facilities, planning and zoning information launched. Latrobe Synthetic Sports Field Pavilion Officially Opened Latrobe Synthetic Sports Field Pavilion was officially opened on Wednesday. Unauthorised Building Works Result In Fines for Owner Successful legal action by Latrobe City Council against a Morwell property owner Good Chef, Bad Chef to Feature at Sister Cities Festival ‘Good Chef’ Rosie to cook at Latrobe City Council’s Sister Cities Festival on Friday 9 November at the Moe Botanical Gardens. Latrobe City Council Elects New Mayor and Deputy Mayor Councillor Graeme Middlemiss elected to the position of Mayor at Latrobe City Council special meeting. Armistice Street Theatre Performances to Recognise the End of World War I New free street theatre performance to recognise the 100 year anniversary of the signing of the Armistice. Community Spirit Shines Bright for Flynn Hall Makeover A 97-year-old building can serve the community once again, thanks to the people of the small Latrobe City township of Flynn. Costa to Celebrate Community at Rose Garden Festival Costa Georgiadis at Latrobe City Council’s Rose Garden Festival. Fun and Learning at Latrobe City’s Children’s Expo Fun activities in the annual Latrobe City Children’s Expo on Thursday 25 October at Kernot Hall. New Cricket Hub to turn Ted Summerton into Gippsland’s Own ‘MCG’ Gippsland Regional Cricket Centre at Ted Summerton Reserve in Moe with $3.5 million funding. Latrobe Creative Precinct Concept Design Launched Concept design for the Latrobe Creative Precinct launched today! Local Green Thumbs Win Big In ABC Gardener of The Year Awards Hazelwood North couple, Denise and Athol Brand named state finalists in the 2018 ABC Gardener of the Year Awards. Van Driel Resignation Chief Executive Officer of Latrobe City Council resigns. Nadine Lineham announced as Dick Bishop 2018 winner Nadine Lineham is the recipient of this year’s Dick Bishop Memorial Prize. Nominations close soon for Latrobe City’s Australia Day Awards 2019 Australia Day Awards nominations. Works on Track for the Traralgon to Morwell Shared Pathway Continuing works on the Traralgon to Morwell shared pathway. Melina Bath MP Gippsland Bushfire EmergencyGippsland Bushfire Emergency Bath Calls for Immediate Rate Relief for Gippsland Farmers Rate relief package needed for farmers in Gippsland. Bath Moves Motion on Trespass Laws to Protect Farmers In defense of the rights of Victorian farmers against unlawful animal rights activists. Bath states Labor must Reject Alberton Wind Farm Community concerns regarding the Alberton Wind Farm Labor Fails on Plantation Pledge Failed promised investment in timber plantations. Bath Gets Back to Work Melina Bath reelected. Liberal Nationals will build Latrobe Special Developmental School A dedicated, purporse-buldt Latrobe Special Development School courtesy of an elected Nationals Government. Nationals The Nationals Announce Upper House Teams For Northern Victoria and Eastern VictoriaTwo new candidates join existing Upper House members. Peter Gardner Gippsland Climate News & Views SeptemberPeter Gardner's September Newsletter Peter Walsh MP Farm Tresspass InquiryLaw-breaking activities on farm businesses. Fodder transport subsidies New South Wales fodder transport subsidy match in Victoria, wanted. No Action from Labor Leaves Victorian Farmers at A Disadvantage As transport subsidies for drought-affected farmers in New South Wales starts, access to fodder supplies could get tighter for Victorian farmers. Labor Not Putting Locals First Rural and regional communities gets second place for project support. No Rates Relief for Farmers, but Doctors and Lawyers Get Drought Aid under Daniel Andrews Relief for doctors and lawyers, none for farmers. Letter to the Editor Peter Walsh on State Budget Minister, Labor’s Regional Cuts Are Nothing to be ‘Proud’ of Minister was proud in cutting the Regional Growth Fund. No Plan, No Money for Regional Victoria Under Labor Premier blows the budget on metro projects, but no plans for Regional Victoria. State Budget Reply Speech State Budget Reply Dedicated Regional Fund Must Continue 1 billion of investment to Regional Victoria to expire on June 30. Farmers Don’t Rate A Mention In Labor’s Review Rise in farm rates overlooked. Labor Won’t Rule Out Further Cuts to Timber Availability 5000 hectares available for harvesting timber. Liberal Nationals Establish Inquiry to Fix Farm Trespass Laws Pressure to establish an inquiry into farm trespass laws. Activists or Not – Break the Law, Face the Consequences Motion submitted for parliamentary inquiry to strengthen state’s farm trespass laws and defend farmers’ rights. Bad Old Days' already here under Daniel Andrews Regional Victoria has already been left behind. Federal Liberal Nationals delivering for Regional Victoria Investments for safer country roads, reliable regional rail and better rural health for Regional Victorians. Labor’s Price Hikes have less, not more, Victorians Fishing Target One Million program just isn’t working. Labor’s Sham Plantation Plan Bogus plantation timber plan. No ‘Fair Go’ for Timber Jobs under Labor $7.32 billion timber industry threatens thousands of jobs across East Gippsland and north east Victoria Premier, the Bad Old Days are Here Country folks left behind during bad old days. Daniel Andrews’ Budget Delay Good for Labor, Bad for Victorians Shameful delay in State Budget. Farmers Ignored in Labor’s Sham Rates Review Sham review won’t address unfair rates. Stronger Laws the Priority to Protect Victorian Farmers Delay in fixing farm trespass laws while farm businesses targeted by extreme activists. Daniel Andrews on Standby as Country Victoria Loses Population No action on shocking decline in Regional Victoria’s population. Farm Rates Review Continued disappointments with farmers' rates cap. Kangaroo Pet Food Trial Decision on kangaroo pet food trial, long overdue. One Month Left on Kangaroo Pet Food Trial Letter to the editor on kangaroo pet food trial Farmers Bitterly Disappointed by Drought Package Disappointing Drought Package International Tick of Approval for Sustainable Vic timber Industry Three-year Responsible Wood standard certification successfully secured. Labor Must Finally Provide Drought-Stricken Farmers with Rates Relief Clamor for rates relief. Activists Targeting Farms shouldn’t get ‘Charity’ Tax Benefits The Liberal Nationals support the Federal Coalition Government’s bid to review Aussie Farms’ charity status and the Andrews Government should also get behind it. Victoria’s Kangaroo Pet Food Trial Must Be Made Permanent Growing frustrations on kangaroo pet food trial. Call to Review Aussie Farms' Charity Status A charity should be reserved for supporting the work of legitimate charities. A Letter to the Editor Labor won't return all boating licence fees back into better boating infrastructure. Statement from the Nationals’ Leadership Team Peter Walsh and Steph Ryan elected in the Victorian Parliamentary Party. Labor Won’t Make Rates Fair for Farmers If elected a Liberal Nationals Government wil make rates fair for farmers, prioritising an independent review into farm rates in Victoria. Liberal Nationals Improving Food Security for Vulnerable People in Morwell Elected Liberal Nationals Government to address the growing issue of food insecurity in the Latrobe Valley and Gippsland. Liberal Nationals to Make Rates Fair for Farmers Elected Liberal Nationals Government will take actions to make rates fair for farmers. Blue Infrastructure Fund Letter to the Editor. Country Victoria set for $30 million connectivity boost under the Liberal Nationals Elected Liberal Nationals Government to invest $30 million to boost mobile connectivity across rural and regional Victoria. Council Rates Must Be Part of Drought Relief Call for further steps for drought relief. Farmers’ Market Support Program to return: only under Liberal Nationals An elected Liberal Nationals Government plans to bring back the Farmers’ Market Support Program axed by Labor. High-Speed Regional Rail Peter Walsh's letter to the editor. The Latrobe Valley Misses Out Under Labor, Again Faster rail for Ballarat and Geelong, Latrobe Valley is left out. Liberal Nationals’ plan to drive growth in Victorian agriculture Liberal Nationals Government will grow Victoria’s agriculture and food industries if elected this November Liberal Nationals to Invest in Regional Victoria’s Future Leaders More support and a funding boost promise if a Liberal Nationals Government is elected at November’s State Election. Russel Northe MLA Government Must Act Now to Retain PondageImmediate actions wanted to retain pondage. Northe Takes Aim at Public Housing Rent Increases Russell Northe writes to Minister for House on rental price increase in public housing. Hazelwood Pondage Fight Continues Clamor for feasibility for Hazelwood Pondage before deciding on its fate. Northe asks Government to reopen Worker Transfer Scheme Requests to reopen the Worker Transfer Scheme (WTS). Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System Please find enclosed copy of Member for Morwell Russell Northe’s submission into the Royal Commission for Victoria’s Mental Health System for your consideration. Local Sporting Club Becomes GovHub Casualty No club anymore for Latrobe Valley Squash members. Plight of Gippsland Farmers Still Being Ignored No help yet for Gippsland farmers. Funding Boosts Local Sports Clubs in Morwell Electorate Get active as four local sporting clubs gets funded. Latrobe Valley Power Stations Possible early closure of Latrobe Valley Power Stations Parliamentary Tributes for Local Achievers Tribute to local recipients of recent Queens Birthday award. Worker Transfer Scheme to Continue Worry on current employment status of Hazelwood Power Station and Carter Holt Harvey workers. Drought Relief Necessary in Latrobe – Northe Appeal for support for farmers in drought conditions. Northe Puts Spotlight on Improved Local Health Services Ambitious target to half the Victorian suicide rate by 2025. Northe: Budget is a Mixed Bag for LV Mixed bag budget: need for more worthy projects and organisations. Northe to Advocate for the Valley at Budget Time Russell Northe to ensure the Latrobe Valley region is not ignored when it comes to investment and new jobs for the region. Freemasons Victoria Helping Gippsland Farmers Freemasons Victoria to contribute $50,000 to Gippsland Farmers Relief. Funding Helps Seal the Deal Round two for multiple local road projects. Government Support Runs Dry in Latrobe Drought continues with little support. Northe Congratulates Good Friday Appeal Community Leaders Contributors to Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal acknoweledged. Northe Raises Need for Industry Support and Jobs Spotlight on LV unemployment. Northe’s Tribute to Local Service Men and Women Tribute to men and women following ANSAC Day. Latrobe L2P Program: Driver mentor Program to Continue till 2023 Continued assistance to young people with challenges in completing their 120 hours of on-road driving experience. Inequity Continues for Latrobe Valley Commuters Still no support for public transport services and prices for Latrobe Valley commuters. Northe Acknowledges Community Leaders Contributions from community leaders, acknowledged. Northe asks what RET means for Latrobe Valley North emphasized the need to understand associated modelling and potential impacts on Latrobe Valley workers, contractors, families and businesses with VRET. Northe Calls for Commitment to GCLP Calls for continued funding for GCLP. Easter Egg Drive Supporting MNH Foodbank Russell Northe teams up with Morwell Neighbourhood for Easter egg's donations. Energy Costs Debated in Parliament Debates on energy costs. Toll Disparity to Hit Latrobe Valley Pockets Disappointment as Victorians forced to fund the building of the West Gate Tunnel project. Yinnar South fire Honouring the local victims and heroes of Yinnar South Fire. Latrobe Valley Students Pay Unfair Fares Calls to abolish the unfair ticketing system. Churchill’s Only Aged Care Facility to Close Growing concerns on closure of Churchill's Aged Care Facility. Ten Years on, We Remember… Tribute in the Parliament of Victoria, to the Gippslanders impacted by the fires of the summer of 2009 - including Black Saturday. Northe Urges Community to "Speak Up" Upcoming Tom Curtain "Speak Up" tour Remembering the Delburn fires 10 years on…… 10 year anniversary of the Delburn complex of fires Boolarra Hotel Tom Curtain Event Launch of the "Tom Curtain Speak Up Tour"  Northe Calls for State Government Action on SteelvisionDecisive action needed to address the Steelvision Morwell debacle. Northe Calls for Support to Address Terrible Statistics in Local Men’s Health Calls for additional support to tackle Prostate Cancer Northe Calls for RV Rest Site for Latrobe Valley Policy Initiative for a Recreational Vehicle (RV) stopover in Latrobe Valley unveiled. Pondage Users Left High and Dry News of Hazelwood Pondage’s closure continuing until the early part of 2019 devastates tourists and locals. Northe Calls for Improvements to Tyers School Crossing Northe calls to enhance pedestrian safety at the Tyers Primary School crossing on Main Road. Ombudsman’s Report Raises Energy Connection Issues Statistics from the annual Victoria Energy and Water Ombudsman report showed a huge jump in complaints related to new energy connections. Northe calls for ‘Latrobe Sports and Recreation Fund’ to support grassroots sport in Latrobe Valley Call for Latrobe Valley’s investment in sporting grounds, clubs and facilities. Northe Racing to Support Latrobe Valley Racing Club Russell Northe today threw his support behind the dedicated group of volunteers at Latrobe Valley Racing Club, for Traralgon Racecourse. Northe implores Minister to support Latrobe Quarry Industry Russell Northe asking for action on local quarry licensing applications. Northe Writes to Minister for Public Transport regarding a Dedicated Gippsland V/line Route Letter pleading the State Government to commence the necessary actions needed to start a dedicated Gippsland V/Line route into Melbourne. Sheridan Bond The Nationals Commit To Billion Dollar Road Fix BlitzNationals to fix country roads with a $1 billion Road Fix Blitz. Bond Backs Gippsland Tertiary Education Council to Address Latrobe Valley Skill Shortage Discussion for the region’s shortage of diesel mechanics and the return of the Gippsland Tertiary Education Council. The Nationals Building a Brighter Future for Young Victorians in Latrobe Valley Push for improvement of school literacy and numeracy standards in the early years. Bond Backs Latrobe Special Education Bond asked Latrobe Valley community support campaign for a new stand-alone campus for Latrobe Special Developmental School. Free Text Books for Secondary School Students Promise of new free textbooks for secondary schoold students if the Nationals get elected. The Nationals supporting headspace to better support young Gippslanders Nationals aim to provide young Gippslanders access to the mental health services they need – regardless of where they live. Bond backs Latrobe drug rehabilitation facility Sheridan Bond calls for a dedicated drug rehabilitation centre in the Latrobe Valley. Steph Ryan MP New Carpet Can’t Paper over Cracks in V/Line’s Old Rolling StockNew seat fabrics and carpet as improvement for V/line. Labor Set To Hike Liquor Fees By 25 Per Cent More expensive drink with 25 per cent hike in liquor licence. Country Passengers Left Behind Again by City-Centric Labor Massive cuts to regional Victoria in State Budget. Labor’s False Claims Equal No New Trains for Country Victoria No new trains for Victoria. Training More Drivers Doesn’t Fix Old, Unreliable Trains Training more VLine drivers does not replace old trains. Liberal Nationals Back Scouts and Guides Elected Liberal Nationals Government to support the rich tradition of Scouts and Guides. Liberal Nationals to Get Gippsland Students Back On Track An elected Liberal Nationals Government will restore the Gippsland Tertiary Education Council. Liberal Nationals to Boost Language and Literacy for Vulnerable Kids Elected Liberal Nationals Government will target early language and literacy programs. Tim Bull MP Labor Forgets Victoria’s Most vulnerableGovernment has forgotten the state’s most vulnerable. Country Racing Clubs Worse Off While Labor Plays Favourites Andrews Government refused to boost support to smaller clubs. Daniel Andrews Cuts Support to Our Veterans From $10.5 million to $7.7 million for Veterans. Labor isn’t Listening to Disability Sector’s Call for Change Labor’s State Budget has no vision for disability sector. Something Fishy About Labor’s Boating ‘Promise’ Forgotten: Labor’s promise to Victoria’s boating and fishing community. Country Race Clubs Will Be Winners under Liberal Nationals Grassroots country racing clubs gets share of industry funding.
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