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Omeo Mountain Bike Trail gets $3.2M additional funding from federal government to deliver stage two of the project

Mayor Cr Mark Reeves applauded the announcement and noted the great cooperation between shire, state and federal governments in funding the project. He also announced an additional $1.06m from council.

By news@gippsland - 17th June 2022 - Back to News

Work on the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project has shifted into top gear with East Gippsland Shire Council hailing a major funding announcement that guarantees the trails will get built and will transform the alpine town into an international mountain bike destination.

Stage 2 works will create an additional bike trails, creating approximately 120km of connected tracks that will meet Mountain Bike Australia criteria

Meeting event criteria

At a sod-turning event to mark the official start of the 56km Stage 1 of the project last Friday, Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green also announced $3.2 million in funding to deliver the off-road cycling project's second and final stage.

"Together, that's a total funding package of $9.72m, which is a terrific outcome. Three levels of government have cooperated, coordinating our resources to have a really positive collective impact here in Omeo," Cr Reeves said.

Stage 2 works will create an additional 65km of bike trails, creating approximately 120km of connected tracks that will meet Mountain Bike Australia criteria for national events and include cross-country and downhill tracks for beginners through to experienced cyclists. "In the next couple of years, this area will be abuzz. People will come from across the world to ride here on one of the best mountain bike tracks to be built in Australia and to take in the region," Cr Reeves said.

Generating tourism

The Omeo Mountain Bike Trails is expected to generate upwards of 10,000 visitors in its first year. All trails will connect to Omeo, bringing a much-needed economic boost to the township and boosting the town's reputation as a year-round tourism destination.

The Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project is funded by East Gippsland Council, the federal government's Building Better Regions Fund and Local Roads and Infrastructure Program Phase 3, and the Victorian government Regional Tourism Infrastructure Fund through Regional Development Victoria.
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Pictures from Omeo MTB Park Facebook page.

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• Triangle Park in Marlogets $300,000 grant from Victorian government's Local Economic Recovery Program
  Triangle Park in Marlo is getting an upgrade, with the $300,000 project expected to be finished before Easter.
• Baw Baw Shire Council shares in state funding to help residents understand the four-bin recycling system
  Victorian councils are being supported to roll out new education campaigns to help residents understand the four-bin recycling system, as part of the Victorian Government's goal to divert 80% of waste from landfill.
• Great Southern Rail Trail extension between Leongatha and Nyora October 2021 update
  Project that will help enhance the accessibility and economic growth of the region.
• Latrobe City Council calls on federal candidates to secure $3.25M to complete in Traralgon Flood Recovery Project
  Latrobe City Council is calling on Federal candidates to invest in the Traralgon Flood Recovery Project across Traralgon Recreation Reserve and Glenview Park.
• Morwell Parklands Preschool gets $500,000 grant from Victorian state government 'Building Blocks' program
  The Victorian Government is making sure young children have access to the best kinder facilities with hundreds of projects to upgrade and improve learning environments while supporting local jobs across Victoria.
• Moe Play Space in Apex Park gets changing places accessible toilet from Latrobe City Council with $110,000 from Victorian government
  Funding received from the government for changing areas at Apex Park.
• South Gippsland Council secures $55,000 extra funding from Minister for Water to develop the Integrated Water Management Plan
  South Gippsland Shire Council has been successful in securing grant funding to develop an Integrated Water Management Plan for South Gippsland.
• These Girls & Boys Can Ride bike club supports local business along East Gippsland Rail Trail
  What started as a bike ride with a few friends has turned into a group of over 100 members from across East Gippsland.
• West Gippsland gets more than 300 new three-and four-year-old extra kindergarten places from Victorian government
  The Andrews Labor government is helping families in West Gippsland get their kids into early childhood learning by creating more than 300 new three-and four-year-old kindergarten places.
• Sandy Point Music Festival gets $28,367 for 2021/22 summer series through Live Music Australia federal program
  The Morrison Government is supporting the return of live music, with Sandy Point Music sharing in more than $2.5 million, as part of round three of the Live Music Australia program.
• Great Alpine Road State upgrades needs to fast tracked by federal government to ensure road users safety
  Gippsland MP Darren Chester has written to the state and federal governments about the urgent need for upgrades along the Great Alpine Road.
• Gippsland small to medium exporters can apply for federal Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) to co-fund international marketing and promotional expenses
  Russell Broadbent MP has urged exporters in Monash to take advantage of the Coalition Government's improved export grants program.
• NYE on the Hill 2021 three day festival near Loch Village in South Gippsland gets $178,200 from federal Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand Fund
  Receiving support from the government to give more opportunities to the arts sector, as well as job opportunities for the community.
• Wellington, East Gippsland and Latrobe City Councils share in $7.7M funding from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  Three Gippsland councils will share in $7.7 million in additional Federal Government funding to undertake local priority projects.
• Sale RSL receives $120,000 improvement grant from federal government under Veteran and Community Grants program
  The home of Gippsland Veterans Welfare Centre in Sale is about to receive a new roof thanks to a $120,000 Federal Government grant.
• More than $15 million federal money spent to reduce mobile phone black spots across Gippsland
  Gippslanders are safer, and the economy has prospered because of more than $15 million being spent to reduce mobile phone black spots, according to the Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
• Moe Apex Park gets $60,000 lighting upgrades from Victorian Community Safety Infrastructure grant to improve surveillance and visibility
  Families and community members can now feel safer while enjoying Moe's community parks, thanks to new lighting funded through the Andrews Labor Government's Community Crime Prevention Program.
• Men's Sheds for West and East Gippsland get funding to continue improving the local men's health
  Funding granted for more men's sheds across the region to help them build their connectivity and share their skills.
• Traralgon Recreation Reserve gets $2.75M for new facilities development as part of Victorian government 2022/23 budget
  Latrobe City Council has welcomed the Victorian government's budget contribution of $2.75 million towards developing new facilities at Traralgon Recreation Reserve (TRR), which is a key component of council's Traralgon Flood Recovery Project.
• More than $136,000 award from Wellington Shire Council funding to support for local events and projects
  Local community groups will receive funding to host events and develop projects, following the latest round of Wellington Shire Council's Community Assistance Grants awarded this week.
• New multi-purpose facility for Tambo Crossing community opens thanks to federal and state governments ‍funding of $426,000
  Proud. That's the best way to describe the Tambo Crossing community at the official opening of their new multi-purpose facility last Friday afternoon.
• Darren Chester humbled by the 2022 federal election result with 55 percent increase in primary vote
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he's 'incredibly humbled' by the 202 federal election result which delivered significant swings to him across the region, despite the change in government.
• Gippsland chosen as a regional Hydrogen Cluster as federal government commits $570M to hydrogen energy development
  Gippsland has been chosen by National Energy Resources Australia (NERA) as one of a handful of clusters across Australia that will play a pivotal role in accelerating the development, deployment, and commercialisation of the hydrogen industry.
• TAFE Gippsland gets $4 million upgrade from 'TAFE Asset Maintenance Fund' to cater for growing enrolments at Warragul Campus
  Warragul students will soon move into new state-of-the-art facilities at TAFE Gippsland, funded by the Andrews Labor Government.
• Berrys Beach Road renewal in Ventnor gets $400,000 from Victorian government and $25,000 from Bass Coast Council
  A section of Berrys Beach Road in Ventnor will be renewed by Bass Coast Shire Council in coming weeks.
• Dawson Street, Maffra Road and Princes Highway intersection gets $300M upgrade from previous Coalition federal government
  Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he's keen to secure federal government funding to upgrade a notorious intersection on the Princes Highway in Sale.
• Andrews Labor government delivers Australia's first offshore wind farms to drive regional investment, slash emissions and create jobs
  The Andrews Labor government will deliver Australia's first offshore wind farms with a strong plan to drive regional investment, slash emissions and create jobs.
• Baw Baw Shire Council securing priority infrastructure funding to meet demands of growing population from Russell Broadbent
  Baw Baw Shire Council advocacy efforts, securing support needed to meet the growing demands of an exploding population.
• Venus Bay, Bass Coast Shire and Baw Baw Shire get $275,000 funding to reduce natural disaster risk and build resilience
  The Australian government is reducing the risk and minimising the impact to communities of large-scale natural disasters like floods and bushfires in Monash by directly funding three projects to the value of $275,000.
• Baxter Park gets first synthetic soccer pitch Baw Baw Shire
  Safer game play and improvements at Baxter Park synthetic soccer pitch is now open, but council is still seeking funding opportunities for the remaining project stages.
• Important Gippsland projects funded by 2022/23 Victorian government budget announced by One Gippsland
  With a new federal government in play and a state election at the end of the year, the One Gippsland team has been working hard to ensure that our beautiful region is top of mind for politicians and policy makers.
• Bullock Island bridge replacement progressing well and well worth $5M funding from federal government
  Federal government provided $5 million for the Bullock Island bridge replacement and associated road works which is part of the master plan for the popular island.
• Latrobe Regional Gallery gets LED lighting upgrade of $71,724 investment through Victoria's Regional Collections Access Program
  Latrobe City Council welcomes the Victorian government's $71,724 investment in LED lighting upgrades at Latrobe Regional Gallery.
• Feedback wanted on draft Great Southern Rail Trail Visitation and Marketing Plan by South Gippsland Council
  South Gippsland Shire Council is keen to hear your feedback on the draft Great Southern Rail Trail Visitation and Marketing Plan.
• Feedback wanted on draft Great Southern Rail Trail Visitation and Marketing Plan by South Gippsland Council
  South Gippsland Shire Council is keen to hear your feedback on the draft Great Southern Rail Trail Visitation and Marketing Plan.
• Cowes foreshore gets new groynes to improve coastal protection from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Eight new timber groynes are now in place to protect the Cowes East foreshore from erosion.
• Owners pleaded guilty from dog attacks and fined $1,200 with an additional $4,500 in costs payable to Bass Coast Shire Council
  At a court hearing last week, two dog owners pleaded guilty to charges related to dog attacks.
• Project Reference Group appointed to help guide design, advocacy and delivery of the Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct
  A project Reference Group (PRG) has been formally appointed by council to help guide design, advocacy and delivery of the proposed Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct.
• Andrews Labor government mismanagement of major projects raises red flags to regional Victoria when hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games
  Long-term strategic planning of a 2026 Commonwealth Games will be crucial if regional Victoria is to reap the full benefit of infrastructure upgrades and promotional activities that the event will require.
• Paynesville Slip Road Maritime Precinct on Burrabogie Island upgrade underway with $6.1M funding from Victorian and federal government grants
  Paynesville's much-anticipated Slip Road Maritime Precinct project on Burrabogie Island is progressing, with work on an improved design set to begin.
• Labertouche CFA Station gets new water tank with funds from by Bendigo Bank, Longwarry CFA and Baw Baw Shire Council
  Purchase and installation of a 100,000-litre static water tank at the Labertouche CFA Station.
• Maffra Lawn Tennis club gets new fences rewed with $130,000 grant in partnership with Wellington Shire Council
  Unsafe fences have been replaced as part of a major redevelopment of Maffra Lawn Tennis Club.
• Russell Broadbent opposes federal parliament attempt to remove the Lord's Prayer
  Debate for the 'Lord's Prayer' to retain by the parliament.
• Labertouche Community Hall gets lovingly restored through the Latrobe Valley Authority,s Community and Facility Fund
  Labertouche Community Hall has been lovingly restored with a new roof, ceiling and floor, thanks to support from the Andrews Labor Government.
• West and South Gippsland Shire Councils get $5.6M from federal Financial Assistance Grant program 2021-22 Q3 payment
  Local governments in Monash have received their third 2021-22 quarterly payment through the federal government's financial assistance Grant program.
• Morwell Centenary Rose Garden greatly improved by Friends of Garden with funding from Latrobe City Council and Advance Morwell
  Morwell Centenary Rose Garden receiving and appreciating funding support from the council to complete the installation of permanent bricks edging around garden beds.
• Maffra Football Netball Club opens new facilities with shared funding from Sport and Recreation Victoria and Wellington Shire Council
  New, modern netball facilities were officially opened today at Maffra Recreation Reserve.
• Grant applications open for $34.2 million federal Future Drought Fund's Drought Resilience Innovation Grants program
  Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for organisations to apply for projects to manage and prepare for drought.
• Wellington Shire wellness map list of tracks and trails close to town centres to encourage you to spend time in the spring sunshine
  Wellington Shire council is encouraging you to get active close to home.
• East Gippsland Conservation Management Network gets $200,663 via Environment Restoration Fund to enhance protection of threatened Brush-tailed Rock-wallabies
  East Gippsland Conservation Management Network (EGCMN) will improve protection for Brush-tailed Rock-wallabies in Gippsland thanks to federal government funding.
• Andrews Labor government has neglected our country road and bridge infrastructure and cut funding to the bone
  Government's plan to cut the speed limit across our country's road network.
• Yinnar Primary School and stadium gets $7.3M for upgrades and modernisation from Victorian 2022/23 budget
  The Andrews Labor government is making sure students at Yinnar Primary School have better learning environments, with a huge investment to deliver a major upgrade for the growing school.
• Gippsland and Latrobe Valley to benefit from federal Clean Hydrogen Industrial Hubs fund
  The Federal Government's $1.2 billion hydrogen investment is set to boost economic activity and jobs in regional Australia.
• Strzelecki Highway between Morwell and Mirboo North gets $8.25M to improve safety and reduce travel time from Victorian 2022/23 budget
  The Andrews Labor government is improving safety and travel times along the Strzelecki Highway with a new overtaking lane along the key tourism and agricultural route.
• Wonthaggi Guide Park redevelopment gets $700,000 from Sports and Recreation Victoria and $350,000 from Growing Suburbs Fund
  Work is set to get underway on the redevelopment of Guide Park in Wonthaggi, which will see the creation of a regional scale playspace for the community.
• Comprehensive biosecurity checks of airport travellers arriving from Indonesia by federal government called for by Victorian Liberals and Nationals
  Australian biosecurity efforts must be strengthened following confirmation this week that foot and mouth disease (FMD) has been detected in cows in Indonesia.
• Leongatha and Korumburra railway precinct developments get total of $6M funding from Regional Infrastructure and Building Better Regions
  South Gippsland Shire Council received confirmation that the State Government will support the development of the Leongatha and Korumburra railway precincts.
• Leongatha and District Historical Society shares in $14,460 funding to preserve wartime heritage
  Funding provided by the government to preserve the warfare heritage.
• Lucknow Recreation Reserve clubrooms gets $42,000 for Tesla solar power and batteries from Gippsland Climate Change Network
  Installation of energy storage battery at Lucknow Recreation Reserve clubrooms that will help save money on electricity cost and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
• Final stage of Warmer Pool for Yarram Upgrade Project results in temporary pool closure
  The final stage of the Warmer Pool for Yarram Project will begin this month, after significant delays in the delivery of steel, due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
• Latrobe City community and sporting groups get more than $300,000 funding from council Community Grants and Sponsorships Program
  More than $300,000 will be distributed to local sporting, cultural and community groups in round two of Latrobe City Council's Community Grants and Sponsorships Program.
• Andrews Labor government $6 billion over runs on West Gate Tunnel and Melbourne Metro projects would go a long way to fixing Gippsland roads
  Plan to reduce speed limits on rural roads without increased spending.
• Call on Andrews Labor government to partner better on delivering road infrastructure safety improvements in Gippsland by Darren Chester
  The safe system approach that is designed to ensure that no crashes need to occur in the future, as we move towards zero road trauma.
• Putting Patients First program from Andrews Labor government forgets to fund a new West Gippsland Hospital
  The 2022-23 State Budget, with the slogan "Putting Patients First", has failed to deliver a new Hospital for West Gippsland.
• Traralgon and Morwell stations get major upgrades as part of $504M Gippsland railway line funding from Victorian and federal governments
  Final designs have been released showcasing the major train station upgrades at Traralgon and Morwell Stations.
• Leadership training providers in West and South Gippsland needed to apply for federal Building Resilient Regional Leaders Initiative pilot program
  Applications for funding to support current and emerging regional leaders to develop leadership and resilience skills are now open,eligible training providers are encouraged to send their applications for the grant.
• Noojie residents to get a better connection from federal roll-out of $257M Regional Connectivity Program
  Residents of Noojee will soon be better connected following a successful application for funding under Round 2 of the Regional Connectivity Program.
• Mark Reeves elected Mayor and Arthur Allen Deputy Mayor for East Gippsland Shire in 2021
  Cr Mark Reeves of Marlo has been elected Mayor of East Gippsland Shire Council at a Statutory Meeting held on Thursday, October 28.
• Netballers now play safely at Tyers Recreation Reserve after upgrade with funding from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  Local netballers will enjoy safer court surfaces at Tyers Recreation Reserve with a major upgrade funded by the Federal Government.
• Further $10 million allocation to upgrade and replace bridges in Australia through federal government's Bridges Renewal Program (BRP)
  More bridges in Gippsland will be eligible to be replaced as part of the Federal Government's Bridges Renewal Program (BRP).
• Big step forward for Bass Coast Dinosaurs Trail to create an interactive sound and light 'Gondwana Garden'
  A masterplan developed for the community to experience dinosaur discovery, learning and creativity, a journey that links together history, community, culture and environment
• Applications wanted for second round federal Networks to build drought resilience fund
  Applications for the second round of the Networks to Build Drought Resilience program have now opened.
• Fish unloading jetty at Lakes Entrance to be replaced with $687,000 funding to Gippsland Ports from Victorian government
  Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull, is delighted $687,000 in State funds have been allocated to Gippsland Ports to replace its jetty at the Lakes Entrance Fishermen's Co-Operative.
• Warragul Leisure Centre Stadium expansion gets $1.25M early works underway from Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus
  An early works contract valued at $1.25 million has been awarded for the Warragul Leisure Centre Stadium Expansion to prepare the site for major construction.
• Darren Chester urges Timber Towns Victoria Roundtable to get involved in the federal election campaign with jobs and environmental messages
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has told a Timber Towns Victoria Roundtable 'we need to keep fighting to save our timber industry because people and wildlife die in poorly managed forests'.
• Development of clean hydrogen and carbon capture and storage in Gippsland get $42.9M funding from federal government
  The Coalition government is backing the development of clean hydrogen and carbon capture and storage technologies in Victoria's Gippsland region, providing job and economic growth opportunities for the community.
• Heavily bushfire impacted community of Sarsfield gets legal advice on eligibility for Black Summer Bushfire Recovery grants program
  The heavily bushfire impacted community of Sarsfield has received legal advice about its eligibility for the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery grants program.
• LED lights to be installed at Darnum Recreation Reserve with $200,000 funding from Victorian Country Football Netball Program
  The AFL Oval and Netball Courts at Darnum Recreation Reserve will soon undergo much needed upgrades with the installation of new light towers and LED light fittings throughout the facility.
• Multi-use path connecting Erica and Rawson funded nearly $1M by federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  Construction works have begun on a new shared-use trail connecting the towns of Erica and Rawson in Baw Baw Shire's far eastern region.
• Community invites to attend updates on major priorities for Victorian and federal government to support in Baw Baw Shire
  All members of the Baw Baw Shire community are invited to attend or tune in to an open briefing on Wednesday 11 May which will provide an update on council's ongoing advocacy initiatives.
• Community survey on the Great Southern Rail Trail - visitation and marketing plan
  Have your say through the survey to help guide the council through the development of the Great Southern Rail Trail.
• Grants for Gippsland art organisations available from federal Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART)
  The Australian Museums and Galleries Association (AMaGA) is thrilled to announce the successful applicants from Batch 1 of the Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) program.
• Andrew Giles MP promises $10M to Stage two of Gippsland Logistics Precinct project ahead of federal election
  Latrobe City Council has welcomed a $10 million election promise to progress the Gippsland Logistics Precinct from the Labor Party ahead of the Federal election.
• Gippsland Cancer Care Centre to get new Linear Accelerator as part of $11M funding package from the Victorian 2022/23 budget
  Regional cancer patients will have access to brand new radiotherapy services closer to home, thanks to a massive funding boost in the Victorian Budget 2022/23.
• Gippsland arts, cultural and heritage organisations can apply for grants from federal CHART program to support rebuilding and preservation
  Government continues to deliver record support to the creative and cultural sector, with 47 new projects.
• Community feedback wanted on draft Tracks and Trails Strategy from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council wants to hear from the community on the draft Tracks and Trails Strategy, which has now been released.
• Childcare should be first stage of education but government policy is making it unaffordable to most families
  Making childcare as the first stage of education, stimulating the educational environment and the educational providers.
• Street light project in South Gippsland Shire will save $9.4M in energy and capital costs when completed
  Street lighting project is nearing its completion, the remaining 270 inefficient streetlights in South Gippsland Shire will be replaced later this year.
• Princes Highway through East Gippsland gets $3.6M upgrade to improve road safety and resilience
  A $3.6 million upgrade to one of the worst sections of the Princes Highway will improve safety and resilience of the key transport link, according to Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
• State government recycling plan to significantly impact Bass Coast Shire Council approach to waste over next ten years
  Reforms that are going to significantly impact Bass Coast's approach to waste in the coming years.
• Marlo Angling Club community hall to be upgraded with $336,000 funding from Local Economic Recovery Program
  Upgrading the angling club hall for long-term benefit for the community.
• Andrews Labor government all quiet on planning for Traralgon highway bypass
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says it's critical the Andrews Government accelerates the consultation process for the final planning and design of the long-awaited Traralgon bypass.
• Latrobe City Council calls government to back recovery of Traralgon Showgrounds community groups from 2021 storm and flood event
  Calling on the State and Federal Governments to back a plan to help community groups based at Traralgon Recreation Reserve and Showgrounds.
• Community led projects funded $590,000 across nearly twenty townships in Baw Baw Shire Council 2022/23 budget
  17 community-requested projects across seven townships will be funded in council's new annual budget as a direct result of community submissions made during the budget consultation process.
• Darren Chester urges all government levels to fund redevelopment of Latrobe City Sports and Entertainment Stadium in Morwell
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging all levels of government to work together and fund the redevelopment of the Latrobe City Sports and Entertainment Stadium in Morwell.
• Bass Coast Council to promote Advocacy Priorities to candidates for Federal Election on Saturday 21 May 2022
  Federal election set for Saturday, 21 May, Bass Coast Shire Council will continue to promote its advocacy priorities to all candidates.
• Stay and play this winter in Omeo for 2022
  Accommodation in Omeo is already booking up fast, so if a trip to the snow is on your list this year, you better get your ice-skates on!
• Traralgon Railway Reservoir Conservation Reserve gets bridge upgraded to improve user safety and accessibility
  An upgraded bridge at the Traralgon Railway Reservoir Conservation Reserve will improve users safety and accessibility while walking around the lake.
• People with an eating disorder to get more support with $20M funding from Victorian government
  More Victorians living with an eating disorder will receive the support they need to recover and live happy, healthy lives, thanks to record investment from the Andrews Labor government.
• Andrews Labor government admits promise for Victorian youth mental health won't be delivered until late 2023
  Young Victorians will continue to battle long waits for mental health support.
• Over $4.77M invested by Liberal and Nationals Government for priority Gippsland projects to met local communities needs
  Liberal and Nationals Government investing over $4.77 million in South Gippsland to help communities recover from the pandemic.
• Grants from $5,000 to $70,000 available for shows and field days via federal Supporting Agricultural Shows and Field Days program
  Round two of the Supporting Agricultural Shows and Field Days program opens on January 28, 2022.
• Kosciusko and Bank Street intersection in Traralgon to get vital safety upgrade as part of federal government's $300M commitment for 2022
  Latrobe City Council is pleased Regional Roads Victoria will begin vital upgrades at key intersections along the Princes Highway this year.
• Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project Environmental Effects Statement (EES) and Inquiry and Advisory Committee (IAC) hearing cost East Gippsland Shire Council $730,688
  Total external cost hearing of the fingerboards mineral sands project.
• Flood study of Morwell and surrounds funded $26,000 through federal Risk and Resilience Grants Program
  A flood study of Morwell and surrounding areas will be undertaken thanks to Federal Government funding.
• New Australian Agriculture Worker Visa from Liberal and National federal will be a boon for west and south Gippsland
  Farmers and primary producers in Monash are a step closer to benefitting from the Liberal and National Government's new Australian Agriculture Worker Visa.
• Turning projects and ideas through the Community Collaboration Program in Wellington Shire
  Community is encouraged to share their ideas for community events, activities and projects.
• Three year health project for children and young people started by East Gippsland Shire Council and VicHealth
  Children and young people will be the centre of a three-year East Gippsland Shire Council project looking to help younger residents grow up active, healthy and socially connected.
• Andrews Labor government refuses to release details on savage cuts to agriculture scientists and researchers while wasting millions of dollars
  The Labor government cut a further 109 jobs from Agriculture Victoria in recent months, from the pool of about 1100 to 1200 staff - the Victorian government has refused to release exact figures.
• Andrews Labor government axes Agriculture Victoria 145 jobs when Gippsland food and fibre sector will be crucial part of Victoria's recover economy
  The Andrews Labor Government has axed 145 jobs from Agriculture Victoria, at a time when the $17.8 billion food and fibre sector will be crucial to recover and rebuild Victoria's economy.
• New home for Maffra Neighbourhood House with $54,345 from federal Building Better Regions Fund
  Maffra Neighbourhood House will have its own dedicated facility thanks to funding from the Federal Government.
• Baw Baw local arts, culture and events industry gets solid support by council 2022/23 budget
  Council's Annual Budget delivers support for the local arts, culture and events industry to draw more visitors to the region and create vibrant and connected communities for the Shire.
• Energy from waste facility for Masdar Tribe Australia in Latrobe Valley gets $48.2M from Morrison coalition Modern Manufacturing grant
  The Morrison Government is investing $48.2 million in a state-of-the-art energy from waste facility in the Latrobe Valley, helping to power Opal's pulp and paper mill while driving down emissions.
• Gippsland government schools can apply for state funded solar panels through Greener Government School Buildings program
  Applications for the school solar panel system are now open.
• Baw Baw Shire Council calls for more storm relief support from state and federal governments
  Baw Baw Shire Council has called on the State and Federal Governments to fulfil their promises and provide more support in the aftermath of the June storm events.
• Replacement of Downies Bridge timbers in Traralgon South is nearing completion with help of federal government's Bridges Renewal Program
  Work to upgrade Downies Bridge in Traralgon South is well underway.
• Andrews Labor government walks away from promised East Gippsland plantation nursery flagging catastrophic building material shortages
  The Andrews Labor government has walked away from a promise to establish a plantation nursery in East Gippsland today.
• Andrews Labor government invests $12B for more staff, better hospitals and first-class patient care for Eastern Victorian in 2022/23 budget
  The Andrews Labor government is putting patients first in Eastern Victoria.
• East Gippsland to install 11 EV fast-charging stations with $400,000 from federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  East Gippsland is about to roll out the first public electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging network for the region.
• Andrews Labor Government finally taking a limited approach to lockdown and reduce damage to regional communities
  Labor government finally taking limited approach to lockdown.
• Rising roads tolls contrast poorly to Andrew Labor government claims of 'over and above targets' on maintenance
  The Andrews Labor Government's claims yesterday that it's gone 'over and above its original target' for road maintenance in regional Victoria are little more than a PR offensive that won't wash with country drivers.
• Sun Cinema in Bairnsdale receives $60,000 as financial boost thanks to federal government SCREEN fund
  A Gippsland independent cinema has received a financial boost thanks to the federal government's SCREEN Fund.
• One Gippsland submits freight fast-track, tourism recovery, digital connectivity and job creation as funding priorities 2022/23 to governments
  A number of local projects have been identified that will work to increase the liveability and prosperity of our regional cities and local towns.
• Andrew's Labor government wastes big advertising dollars ahead of looming City Loop shutdown and union strikes
  Andrews government's misuse of taxpayers money, spending it to campaigns to make him look good instead of spending it on important infrastructures.
• Glengarry Mechanics Institute $250,000 upgrades funded from federal Drought Communities Program completed
  Upgrade works for the Glengarry Mechanics' Institute has been completed making the hall more user friendly for community events and celebrations.
• Andrews Labor Government still won't roll it out rapid antigen testing to help revive major events
  Andrews government still not giving a plan to end the uncertainty of lockdown.
• Gippsland rural airstrips and aerodromes can apply for grants of between $5,000 and $3M from federal Remote Airstrip Upgrade Program
  The guidelines for round nine of the federal government,s Remote Airstrip Upgrade program have now been released.
• East Gippsland Council cheers female-friendly upgrade funding for Bairnsdale ovals
  Bairnsdale City Oval and neighbouring Peppercorn Park are set for new and much-needed female-friendly change rooms.
• Wreck Creek in Inverloch gets culvert upgrades
  Culvert renewal project that will help protect the structure from erosion.
• Airfield road in Traralgon to be made safer through federal 2021-22 black spot program
  A popular Traralgon road will receive safety upgrades, thanks to the Federal Government.
• Place making projects for Nilma North, Tanjil Bren and Tetoora Road to start development
  Council has endorsed the 2021/22 Placemaking Program to benefit the smaller townships of Nilma North, Tanjil Bren and Tetoora Road.
• Morrison government's $4.5B NBN upgrade will ensure West and South Gippsland will benefit from ultra-fast broadband by 2023
  NBN Co has announced a seventh tranche of suburbs and towns across Australia that will become eligible to upgrade to NBN's Fibre to the Premises (FTTP).
• Supported living units at Mirridong Services in Yarram with $2.32M grant from federal Building Better Regions Fund
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester officially opened two new supported living units at Mirridong Services in Yarram.
• Andrews Labor Government provides more support service for LGBTIQ+ community in Morwell
  The Andrews Labor Government is providing more support to LGBTIQ+ Victorians and their family in the Latrobe Valleywith new free counselling at Anglicare Victoria.
• Gippsland motorists robbed of life-saving road upgrades as state and federal government dithers
  Government failing to fast track the road safety upgrades putting regional communities in critical functioning.
• Darren Chester to proudly contest the seat of Gippsland in federal election on 21 May 2022
  The Prime Minister has called a Federal election for May 21 and I will be contesting the seat of Gippsland.
• Controversial Grantville sand mine extension in Bass Coast gets a green light ignoring the environmental risks
  Bass Coast Shire Council is shocked and disappointed that the extension of a controversial sand mine in Grantville will go ahead after it was given the green light by the state government this week.
• The Andrews Labor government invests $5.7 million for new social housing homes in Drouin and Morwell
  Government investment to provide support housing for the less advantaged people.
• Lake Tyers Aboriginal Trust to minimise bushfire risks with $100,000 from federal Risk and Resilience Grants Program
  Works to minimise bushfire risks around Lake Tyers will be undertaken thanks to Federal Government funding.
• Wellington shire residents now eligible for storm recovery assistance from Federal government
  Funding to provide assistance to the residents affected by the storm in their recovery process.
• Andrews Labor Government 'to work from home if possible' causing strain in many businesses within CBD's across Victoria says Russell Northe
  Member for Morwell Russell Northe submits questions to parliament for the minister for industry support and recovery.
• Andrews labor government stops at nothing to keep the truth hidden on secret COVID-19 surveys that monitored public reaction
  Daniel Andrews is again spending Victorian taxpayer dollars fighting against an order to hand over documents that question the integrity and conduct of the Labor government.
• Call on Albanese Labor government to double earnt income amount for pensioners and veterans that choose to work more
  The Dutton government would support older Australians, who choose to work more, by doubling the amount of income age pensioners and veteran service pensioners can earn without reducing pension payments.
• Sixteen local clubs, groups and organisations get Community Infrastructure Grant Program funding from East Gippsland Shire Council
  Almost $500,000 will be handed out to 16 local clubs, groups and organisations, as part of East Gippsland Shire Council's latest round of community grants.
• Andrews Labor Government will double capacity of Victoria's Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) network
  An investment to support more young Victorians mental health.
• Andrews Labor government and Greens block changes for better protections against farm trespass in Victoria
  Farmers won't be better protected against illegal and traumatic farm trespass crime unless amendments to on-the-spot fine laws are passed in the Victorian Parliament.
• Mick Simpson raise walks nearly 200 km to raise awareness and funding for dementia research
  A lack of healthcare options for regional Victorians diagnosed with dementia was the catalyst for a nearly 200km walk from north-east Victoria which arrived at Victorian Parliament in Melbourne today.
• Public toilet works in Palmerston Street, Warragul are underway with $135,000 funding from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has begun refurbishment works on the public toilets located on Palmerston Street, Warragul.
• Andrews Labor government dragged kicking and screaming to act on farm trespassing in Victoria
  On-the-spot fines to protect farmers will be introduced to the state parliament.
• Statewide lockdowns Labor government are killing communities across Victoria including Gippsland
  Decision to call for state lockdown keeps bringing Victorians out of work and resources.
• Multi-million for bushfire recovery infrastructure projects is great news for East Gippsland
  Funding announcements and grant received from council that would benefit the economy, as well as the community.
• Baw Baw and Latrobe City community organisations share over $1.3 million funding from Shade Grants program
  Ensuring the community from the harmful rays of the sun.
• Child care services in Wellington Shire gets boost of $230,000
  Three child care providers in Wellington have received a welcome funding boost to meet the needs of local families.
• Andrews Labor government to spend another $100M to axe local Victorian timber jobs
  Labor's native timber ban will leave more destruction and uncertainty for the Victoiran fafmilies and communities.
• Planning resources and new initiatives for Baw Baw Shire gets $1.19M in council 2022/23 budget
  Council's 2022/23 Annual Budget includes decisive steps to address these challenges, and These challenges are heightened by a COVID-impacted labour market and a shortage of skilled planners.
• Baw Baw Shire and Latrobe City Council get extra $13,200 from state government 'Municipal Emergency Resourcing Program'
  Eastern Victorian Councils will receive more funding to help them prepare for and respond to emergencies thanks to a funding boost from the Andrews Labor Government.
• Envite Environment in Nowa Nowa protecting rare plant Boggy Creek Bottlebrush with Bushfire Recovery Grant funding via Landcare Australia
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (left) with Abi Wills and Matt Kennedy from Envite Environment at Nowa Nowa where a rare species of callistemon is being mapped and protected.
• New Andrews Labor government housing tax add $20,000 average to cost of buying a home in Gippsland
  New housing tax that will add an average of $20,000 to the cost of buying a home in regional Victoria will be opposed by The Nationals in Parliament.
• Concern over delays to rollout of Murray Basin Rail Project East expresses by Gippsland Shire Council to Andrews Labor government
  Council backed a request from the Rail Freight Alliance (RFA), of which Council is a member, to join a statewide call to get the project back on track ahead of the Victorian State Election.
• East Gippsland Shire Council is urging Andrews Labor government to consider mental health with regional lockdowns and restrictions
  East Gippsland Shire Council is urging the Victorian Government to consider the mental health and wellbeing of its regional residents when making upcoming decisions relating to COVID-19 restrictions and lockdowns.
• Great disappointment for Latrobe Valley from Andrews Labor government state budget 2022/2023 budget says Russell Northe
  Member for Morwell Russell Northe said the 2022/2023 state government Budget would be met with great disappointment by many within the Latrobe Valley.
• Sandymount Avenue and Powlett Street to get raised pedestrian crossing part with $128,000 funding from Bass Coast Shire Council
  In a first for Bass Coast, a raised pedestrian crossing will be constructed at the intersection of Sandymount Avenue and Powlett Street in Inverloch this month.
• Blatantly dishonest for Andrews Labor government to claim it has re-opened every recreation site impacted by 2019-20 bushfires
  The State Government's claim it has re-opened every recreation site impacted by the 2019/20 bushfires, is blatantly dishonest, says Nationals Gippsland East MP, Tim Bull.
• Andrews Labor government still delay on-the-spot fines for farm trespass
  On-the-spot fines for activists who trespass on Victorian farms and threaten the safety of farm families still aren't in place.
• Peter Walsh says Andrews government vaccine mandate for all Authorised Workers, including farmers is desperate and illogical
  Mandating COVID vaccinations to all farmers and authorised workers.
• Massive black hole in Victorian government budget for regional areas like Gippsland
  Government's failure on projects and creating jobs for the locals, attempting to hide the real status of what was promised.
• Andrews Labor government plans to release dingoes into Victorian parks
  The Victorian Liberals and Nationals vehemently oppose a plan from Labor and greens groups to introduce dingoes into state and national parks in Victoria.
• Latrobe Valley Barramundi Farming by Opal and Mainstream at Maryvale Mill get $30M federal funding
  Latrobe City Council welcomes the federal government's $30 million announcement for Opal and Mainstream's Latrobe Valley Aquaculture project at Maryvale Mill.
• Latrobe City major infrastructure and hard waste service expansion gets $40M through 2022/23 capital works program
  Investment in major infrastructure and an expansion of hard waste services feature in Latrobe City Council's 2022/23 Budget.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update late May 2022 - Feedback wanted on Great Southern Rail Trail Marketing Plan and more
  South GIppsland Shire Council update to the community.
• Andrews Labor Victorian government blocks move to ensure adequate mental health practitioners for school children
  Labor MPs, with the support of three crossbenchers, have once again blocked a move to make sure there's enough mental health practitioners for Victoria's school children.
• Backtracking by Andrews Labor government on axing requirement for government to put public notices in local newspapers
  State Labor appears to be backtracking on its latest attack on transparency and accountability which would have axed the requirement for the government to put public notices in the local newspaper.
• Budget cuts from Andrews Labor government for regional roads sends alarm on climbing road toll on Victoria's country roads
  Victorian parliamentary committee hearings have exposed a $50 million cut to road safety in the Andrews Labor government's 2022-23 Victorian Budget, with more cuts on the way.
• Surf Beach and Sunderland Bay Project concept plans need community feedback from Bass Coast residents
  Bass Coast Shire Council will continue its development of concept plans for the potential special charge scheme for road and drainage upgrade works for the Surf Beach and Sunderland Bay estates.
• Stage two of $110,000 new footpath along Eastwood Road in north Bairnsdale
  East Gippsland Shire Council has begun Stage Two of a new footpath along Eastwood Road, Eastwood, north of Bairnsdale.
• Despite business struggles recovering from pandemic Andrews Labor government budget cuts more from regional development funding
  The 2022-23 state budget confirmed Labor's funding strip from the regional development fund.
• Round two applications open to join Project Reference Group for Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct
  A second round of applications are now open for community members to join a Project Reference Group (PRG) for the proposed Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct.
• Outrageous proposed laws by Andrews government allows Premier to lockdown without warning and if no pandemic disease in Victoria
  New legislation before the Victorian Parliament is seeking to permanently enshrine government over-reach into the lives and livelihoods of regional Victorians.
• Ombudsman says Andrews Labor government border permit scheme downright unjust and inhumane
  The Andrews Labor Government's border permit system has been labelled "downright unjust, even inhumane" in a scathing report released today by the Victorian Ombudsman.
• Russell Northe questions Andrews Labor government Latrobe Valley transition plan as Loy Yang A set now to close from 2040
  Member for Morwell Russell Northe questioned the state government as to why they have failed to develop a transition plan in response to the closure and future closure of power stations in the Latrobe Valley.
• Health Advocate Jane Anderson re-appointed by state government to improve the health and wellbeing of people in Latrobe Valley
  The Victorian Government is ensuring the right leadership is in place to improve the health and wellbeing of people in the Latrobe Valley.
• Kilcunda Caravan Park on Bass Highway gets new long-term lease
  Bass Coast Shire Council has awarded a long-term lease for the Kilcunda Caravan Park, located on the Bass Highway in Kilcunda.
• Applications open for community sporting events across the Gippsland from federal Regional Sport Events fund
  Sporting events across Monash are set to benefit from the Morrison Government's Regional Sport Events Fund.
• Guide Park Redevelopment $1.77 M project in Bass Coast Shire to begin early 2022
  Bass Coast Shire Council awarded the tender for the Project at its December meeting.
• Workshop on how to win government business in Bairnsdale on 20 July 2022
  Workshop that will give local business opportunity on how to win work on major government infrastructure and construction projects.
• Local community sporting events can now apply for support through the Regional Sports Events Fund of the federal government
  Funding to support local community sporting events is now available through the Federal Government.
• Darren Chester urges to new prime minister to visit Latrobe Valley and expands project funding
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has written to new Prime Minister Anthony Albanese regarding the funding of local projects which are critical to the future of the region.
• Mallacoota Pony Club getting ready to resume operations using $296,000 grant from federal Local Economic Recovery program
  Local MP Darren Chester has congratulated members of the Mallacoota Pony Club for getting work underway to resume operations.
• Major community infrastructure, road and recreation projects are key priorities for Baw Baw Shire Council in 2021/22
  Major community infrastructure, road and recreation projects are among Baw Baw Shire Council's key advocacy priorities for the year ahead.
• Two long years since Andrew Labor government flagged intention to establish Stolen Generations Reparations package
  Victoria has today announced details of a Stolen Generations redress scheme.
• Glengarry Mechanics Institute officially re-opens after $557,074 refurbished funded by federal and Victorian governments
  Latrobe City Council in partnership with Member for Gippsland Darren Chester MP, Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing MP and the Latrobe Valley Authority officially opened the refurbished Glengarry Mechanics Institute yesterday.
• Victorians getting sicker as Andrews Labor Government fails to meet key finding from Mental Health Royal Commission
  Victorians are getting sicker while the Andrews Labor Government fails to meet a key finding from the Mental Health Royal Commission, more than three years since it was delivered.
• State fees and charges to be increased by Andrews Labor government from 1 July driving new level of financial anxiety for Victorians
  Since 2013-14, Victorian tax revenue has increased by an eye-watering 80 percent from $16.9 billion to a forecast $30.5 billion in 2022-23, now there's even more pain to come for Victorian from the Labor government's mismanagement.
• Grants for creative workers open from state government' 'Sustaining Creative Workers' initiative
  The Victorian Government's Sustaining Creative Workers initiative is now open for applications, providing critical support to Victoria's independent creative sector when they need it most.
• South Gippsland Shire Council encourages community to help shape projects and services with 'Your say South Gippsland' online service
  Your Say South Gippsland is a one-stop shop for all Council feedback opportunities goes live!
• Answers needed from Andrews Labor government on how many Victorians are on surgery waitlist
  Victoria's health crisis leaves surgery waitlists have blowing out to more than 100,000, hoping for a change in government in November will be able to deliver proactive action on Victoria's health crisis.
• Hearing concludes for Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project inquiry on why Environmental Effects Statement considered deficient
  Hearing conclusion on the environmental effects statement.
• Liberal Nationals support move to deliver hundreds of extra workers for Victoria's under-resourced mental health workforce
  Government needs to boost mental health support through simple reforms to get them through the lockdowns.
• Gippslanders are owed an explanation for Victorian Government backing imported timber over the local product says Darren Chester
  Call for a review with the government decision in importing timber instead of using Victoria's good quality timber.
• Development of stage two Bairnsdale Skatepark of $460,000 underway
  The next stage of the Bairnsdale SkatePark is progressing well according to Federal MP Darren Chester.
• Freedom of Information shows Andrews Labor government native timber ban will cost thousands of Victorian timber jobs by 2030
  Freedom of Information (FOI) documents have today exposed the secret 18-month campaign by State Labor to axe thousands of Victorian jobs in the timber industry.
• Secret report reveals Andrews Labor government lockdowned despite major mental health concern from expert
  Victorian authorities continue to hold "major concern" with a substantial increase in demand for mental health services from children and teenagers, a confidential report has revealed.
• Shift: the work life balance project runs next in Toora on 17 August 2021
  Event workshops to engage with people who work non-traditional hours.
• Tim Bull Statement on Fingerboards Mineral Sands project not proceeding in its current form in 2021
  The proposed Fingerboards Mineral Sands Mine near Bairnsdale will not proceed in its current form.
• Michael Whelan from Bass Coast Shire council joins Victorian government 2022 Mayoral Advisory Panel
  Bass Coast Shire Council has again been selected to represent other Victorian Councils on the state government's 2022 Mayoral Advisory Panel.
• Mayor Danny Goss of Baw Baw Shire Council to host live Q&A on Facebook on 14 Sep 2021
  Join Mayor Danny Goss as he answers resident questions in a live Facebook Q&A event on Tuesday 14 September at 7.30pm.
• Traralgon and Warragul to benefit from Andrews Victorian government rural residential aged care facilities renewal program
  The Victorian Government is upgrading public sector residential aged care services across Eastern Victoria, creating new jobs and ensuring hundreds of older Victorians continue to receive the care and comfort they deserve.
• Gippsland Veterans Welfare Centre in Sale receives $2M facility upgrade from federal government
  The Gippsland Veterans Welfare Centre in Sale will receive a $2 million boost if the federal coalition government is returned on Saturday.
• Baw Baw Shire Mayor Cr Leaney to host community forum about traffic on council's Facebook page on Wednesday 6 April at 7:00pm
  Mayor of Baw Baw Shire Michael Leaney will host a live community forum on council's Facebook page on Wednesday 6 April at 7:00pm to discuss council's advocacy efforts to improve the congestion on Warragul and Drouin ageing arterial road network.
• Shocking increase in ketamine and heroin abuse but Andrews Labor government cuts $40M from prevention and treatment
  Andrews Labor government will slash 100 jobs from services to help people addicted to alcohol or other drugs as part of a $39.8m funding cut inflicted on the completely-overwhelmed sector.
• Victorian National party is committed to spending more in the country as part of coalition government says Tim Bull, East Gippsland MP
  Victorians have been denied a fair share of state government funding under Daniel Andrews, on the weekend the Nationals committed to rectifying this, with a commitment to spend 25 percent of all state capital investment in regional areas.
• East Gippsland Shire Council promotes priorities to regional candidates in lead up to federal 2022 election
  East Gippsland Shire Council's advocacy priorities brought for discussions with the region's federal candidates.
• Third batch has $136,000 grants from Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism program to deliver support to creative and cultural sector
  Morrison government's funding support for the creative and cultural sector through Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) program.
• Hallston Mechanics Institute and Warragul RSL Sub-Branch share in $1.5M to from local veterans from federal Saluting Their Service grant
  The sacrifice and service of veterans in Warragul and Hallston will be further commemorated and recognised with Hallston Mechanics Institute and Warragul RSL Sub-Branch sharing in $1.5 million from the Morrison Joyce government.
• Latrobe Regional Hospital to host Mind Australia pop-up community mental health service and cater to Gippsland
  Additional funding to support the mental health workforce for better and more accessible services as the Latrobe Regional Hospital to host one of the pop-up community mental health services.
• Farming events return to Wellington Shire such as the Sowing the Gap project, Farming for Success and East Gippsland Field Days
  Building resilience from the ground up and preparing for a prosperous farming future is the common theme of a series of events to be held across regional Gippsland in the coming weeks and months.
• Noojee transition plan from timber industry to be developed by independent project officer with $360,000 from Victorian Forestry grant
  State government initiative that would help support the timber communities and local jobs.
• Have your voice heard on Andrews Labor government pandemic management legislation for Victoria
  The outpouring of anger at the Premier's latest pandemic power grab speaks volumes.
• Tyers Road, Scrubby Lane and Cross's Road intersection in Traralgon improved with $800,000 from federal Targeted Road Safety Works
  Busy Traralgon intersection has been redeveloped to improve safety for pedestrians and motorists.
• No food on the shelves for Victoria if Andrews Labor Government fails fix food supply chain workforce shortages
  Industry has warned there'll be "no food on the shelves" if the Andrews Labor Government fails to act to fix workforce shortages that risk bringing Victoria's food supply chain to a grinding halt.
• Over $14M invested into several key infrastructure projects for 2022/23 by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council's $41.78 million infrastructure budget for the year ahead, $14.32 million will be invested in progressing major strategic projects to build a more sustainable, connected and thriving future for Baw Baw Shire.
• Sale Oval precinct opens after $1.6M redevelopment funded by Wellington Shire Council, Coalition government and John Leslie Foundation
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester officially opened the Sale Oval redevelopment today alongside Wellington Shire Councillor John Tatterson and community members.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update early March 2022 - Great Southern Rail Trail project
  South Gippsland Shire Council's 'In The Know' is your fortnightly reminder of what council is up to at the moment, have a look at what is going on and how you can get involved!
• Wellington Shire mayor urges locals to follow COVID-19 health advice for sake of local business
  Wellington Shire Council Mayor Garry Stephens has urged locals to be vigilant and to follow the latest Covid-19 health advice, for the sake of local business.
• Public dental care cut $25M by Andrews Labor government which means 44,000 less Victorians being treated
  New figures reveal Victorians are waiting almost two years for a dental check-up.
• Public dental care cut $25M by Andrews Labor government which means 44,000 less Victorians being treated
  New figures reveal Victorians are waiting almost two years for a dental check-up.
• Hallora Recreation Reserve funded $300,000 for new lights from Victorian government and Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has secured up to $150,000 in State funding to support the installation of sports light towers and light fittings for the AFL Oval at the Hallora Recreation Reserve.
• Local community invited celebrate completion of solar energy project at Coronet Bay Community Hall in Bass Coast
  Bass Coast Shire Council is inviting the community to celebrate the completion of the solar energy project at Coronet Bay Community Hall this month.
• Wellington Shire mayor urges kindness as Melbourne and regional Victoria opens up
  Wellington Shire Council Mayor Garry Stephens is encouraging locals to be kind and support each other as Melbourne and regional Victoria move to the same Covid restrictions from this Friday.
• Shooting clubs across Gippsland to benefit from Victorian government's 'Shooting Sports Facilities Program'
  Shooting clubs across Eastern Victoria are celebrating after securing funding to upgrade their facilities.
• Latrobe Valley paper will continue to be sent by rail for export and distribution as key Gippsland freight service gets stimulus for Victorian government
  Improvements on train tracks that will help ensure its daily runs.
• Darren Chester seeks explanation from Andrews Labor government on Eastern Beach Road works on extraordnary delay
  Failure to upgrade a busy intersection in Lakes Entrance is putting residents at risk of serious injuries, according to Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
• Darren Chester welcomes Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Bill to allow large Bass Strait projects with hundreds of local jobs
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed the introduction of legislation to develop offshore electricity infrastructure with local jobs at stake.
• Latrobe Valley renewable energy Investment by Andrews Labor Government to reducing emissions and create jobs
  The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to invest in renewable energy in the Latrobe Valley and beyond - reducing emissions and creating jobs.
• Latrobe City Council calls for Victorian government to support for timber industry
  Release of code of practice for timber industry that has been on a long delayed by the state government.
• Agriculture budget cuts sets fear in farmers that Andrews labor government intends to shut down Hamilton SmartFarm
  Victorian farmers fear the Andrews Labor government is "abandoning" agriculture R&D by systematically "whittling down research capabilities" after reports today Hamilton's multi-million-dollar red meat centre is under a cloud of doubt.
• Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass blasts Andrews Labor government pandemic management of state border closures
  Throughout 2021, The Nationals stood side-by-side with our regional communities to fight for sensible solutions to Labor's madness.
• Bass Coast looks forward to working with the Victorian government to help with 2026 Commonwealth Games
  Bass Coast Shire Council welcomed today's 2026 Commonwealth Games hosting announcement and looks forward to working with the State Government on securing popular sports.
• Regional Victoria motorist and transport operators down continues to drag from Andrews Labor government drastic road funding cuts
  Transport operators who have been involved in the industry for decades say road quality is dragging down retention of drivers who don't want to drive a road network that's"rough as guts".
• Failure to act on critical issues in Triple-0 by Andrews Labor government leaves Victorians mourning for the loss of a loved ones
  The report confirmed people have died as a result of Victoria's health crisis.
• Longer hours for early voting centres in Morwell, Traralgon, Sale, Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance for 2022 Federal Election
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is predicting record numbers of pre-polling as early voting centres open today (Monday) across Gippsland.
• Survey for Lakes Entrance residents underway to help determine which areas are to be developed ahead of 2022 federal election
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester will be asking Lakes Entrance residents "what's next for our town" in a survey to be distributed ahead of the election on May 21.
• Country Roads and Bridges Program axed by Andrews Labor government leaving Victorian country roads neglected
  Victoria's roads network is in a 'revolting' state of disrepair, according to the people who are risking their lives driving them every day.
• New facilities for students at St Angela of the Cross Primary School in Warragul from $1,750,000 federal funding
  Member for Monash Russell Broadbent virtually blessed the opening of Stage 1 of St Angela of the Cross Primary School that was funded by the Coalition Government.
• East Gippsland Shire Council Mayor Christmas message for 2021
  Mayor Cr Mark Reeves, Christmas message December 2021 for East Gippsland Shire community.
• New facilities construction in progress as part of the $400,000 project at Lakes Entrance Recreation Reserve
  Local MP Darren Chester said the new facilities were a part of a $400,000 project at the recreation reserve.
• Disability access issues on V/Line train network ignored by Andrews Labor government after confirming services would be delivered
  More stories have emerged this week of Victorians with a disability being prevented from travelling on V/Line trains, even after confirming services would be accessible.
• Victorian kids suffering from lack of mental health support from the government leaving them struggling to catch up after lockdowns
  Under-resourcing of the mental health workforce has emerged as the number one issue facing the sector.
• Victorians deserve the truth on timber shutdown from Andrews Labor government as it avoids accountability and transparency
  Workers, families and communities whose livelihoods rely on Victoria's $7.3 billion native timber industry are demanding the truth on the state Labor government's 2030 ban.
• Darren Chester writes to Minister Bridget McKenzie after Sarsfield community shockingly misses out on bushfire recovery funding
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has urged the government to intervene immediately and fix a "farcical situation" which has seen community-led bushfire recovery projects excluded from consideration for recovery grants.
• Expression of Interest by local artist for Brighten up Baw Baw Mural Projects wanted by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council is seeking expressions of interest from local artists and collectives to deliver exciting and vibrant public art pieces at three pedestrian friendly locations in Baw Baw.
• Victorian parliamentary budget office report reveals Andrews Labor government rip-off and neglect for regional areas
  A new report by Victoria's Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) has exposed the Andrews Labor government's severe under-investment in regional Victoria.
• Baw Baw Shire Council meeting snapshot - 13 October 2021
  On Monday 11 October, Council held an additional Council Meeting to consider the scope, budget and potential funding options of the Baw Baw Civic Precinct.
• Ian Bye elected Mayor and Marcus McKenzie Deputy Mayor of Wellington Shire in 2021
  Elected as Wellington Shire Council Mayor and Cr Marcus McKenzie of Port Albert was elected Deputy Mayor, both councillors were elected to the positions unopposed.
• Former local mayor Brett Tessari announced as Nationals Bass Coast candidate for 2022 Victorian election
  Bass Coast local Brett Tessari has been officially announced as The Nationals' candidate for Bass in the 2022 State Election.
• Coal mine rehabilitation made a priority for Latrobe Valley from Victorian government amendment to Mineral Resources Act
  The Andrews Labor government is improving the management of coal mine land in the Latrobe Valley once production ceases.
• Gippsland not-for-profit kindergardens can apply for grants from $7.5M from state government fund to improve ventilation
  Victorian Government is helping kindergarten services across Eastern Victoria reduce the risk of coronavirus transmission, with support for better ventilation measures to help keep children and staff COVIDSafe.
• Minister for Planning Richard Wynne shuts down Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project due to unacceptable environmental effects
  Council is grateful for those who participated in the environmental effects statement and IAC hearing processes.
• Michael Whelan elected as Mayor and Leticia Laing as Deputy Mayor for Bass Coast Shire Council in 2021/22
  Bass Coast Shire Council has elected Cr Michael Whelan as Mayor and Cr Leticia Laing as Deputy Mayor at its November Meeting.
• Darren Chester backs calls for pedestrian crossing at McNairn road in Traralgon
  Securing federal funding to construct a safe pedestrian crossing at McNairn Road in Traralgon.
• Bellbird Park construction funded $4.1M from Baw Baw Shire Council and Victorian Government through Growing Suburbs Fund
  The first sod has been turned at Bellbird Park to mark the commencement of works on a vibrant new multi-use pavilion and community events facility.
• Michael Leaney elected as Mayor and Annemarie McCabe as Deputy Mayor for Baw Baw Shire Council in 2021/22
  Cr Michael Leaney, elected as Mayor and Cr Annemarie McCabe, elected as Deputy Mayor.
• Tetoora Road, Nilma North and Tanjil Bren get $60,000 each for community projects from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Excitement is mounting in Tetoora Road, Nilma North and Tanjil Bren after community-led projects received Baw Baw Shire Council endorsement at Wednesday night's meeting.
• Victorian regional infrastructure 2022 election guarantee of 25 percent increase to projects from Liberals and National parties
  Opposition Leader Matthew Guy and Leader of The Nationals Peter Walsh have announced today that a Liberals and Nationals government elected in November will implement the nation's first Regional Infrastructure Guarantee.
• Great outcomes for Latrobe City and Gippsland from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and Building Better Regions Fund
  Latrobe City Council has welcomed continued funding for key programs to support roads and local infrastructure as part of the 2022/23 Federal Budget.
• Alberton Timber and Treatment Plant completes massive upgrade with $550,000 assistance grant from federal government
  Local MP Darren Chester recently visited Alberton Timber and Treatment Plant to inspect the new peeling plant and hear about the operation's expansion.
• Rebuild opportunity for Victoria's broken mental health system will be missed if Labor government refuses to support crucial reforms
  An opportunity to rebuild Victoria's broken mental health system will be missed if the State Government refuses to support crucial reforms that will unlock thousands of extra workers for the exhausted and under-resourced workforce.
• James Reid - Baw Baw Shire Planning Director departs to pursue potentially career-defining project in professional planning
  Baw Baw Shire Council Director of Planning and Development James Reid to pursue a role with the Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust.
• Giant Gippsland Earthworms and Hooded Plovers get $500,000 from Morrison government Threatened Species Strategy Action Plan
  Community-led program that aims to conserve, restore and protect native wildlife that share the same habitat.
• Low-income Gippsland households can apply for $1,000 rebate to replace old heaters from state government 'Home Heating and Cooling Upgrade' program
  Heating upgrade grant to support low-income households.
• East Gippsland community and sporting groups share in $900,000 from Victorian government Sporting Club Grants Program
  Nationals Member for Gippsland East Tim Bull has congratulated nine local community and sporting groups who have been successful in receiving funding under the Sporting Club Grants Program.
• Orbost Regional Health confirms new care beds are not coming shows Andrews Labor government has mislead locals on investment in health
  Orbost is not receiving 38 new aged care beds as stated in the Budget papers and promised by the Minister, Anthony Carbines.
• Works underway at the Newhaven Recreation Reserve Soccer Pavilion with $700,000 project under Sport and Recreation Victoria
  Bass Coast Shire Council has started work to extend the Soccer Pavilion at the Newhaven Recreation Reserve.
• Sutton Street $1.9M reconstruction in Warragul gets underway
  Road reconstruction, widening, and footpath works are underway on Sutton Street, Warragul.
• Kellie O'Callaghan elected as Mayor and Dan Clancey as Deputy Mayor for Latrobe City Council in 2021/22
  New Mayor and Deputy Mayor have been elected.
• Victorian Liberal Nationals announce commitment to deliver largest ever investment in manufacturing
  The Liberal Nationals are proposing a $1 billion fund to encourage businesses to bring facilities and jobs back to Victoria, grow local manufacturing and boost innovation economy.
• More cutting-edge equipment for Gippsland Tech School to deliver more innovative STEM learning programs
  The Gippsland Tech School will soon be more high-tech to support Victorian Tech Schools to buy new equipment and deliver more innovative STEM learning programs.
• Bullock Island upgrade with new facilities for Lakes Entrance Fishermen's Co-Operative underway
  Funding to various projects for Bullock Island that would benefit the benefit the locals and visitors.
• Heavy cuts for regional Victoria in 2022/23 budget due to record debts and costs blowouts from major projects by Andrews Labor government
  Regional Victorians are set to cop further cuts to services and find it even harder to buy a home with today's State Budget no more than a PR repair plan for Daniel Andrews.
• Outrage among regional motorists as new data shows most neglected local government areas in country Victoria
  The sad state of country roads is driving outrage among regional motorists with new data painting a picture of Victoria's most neglected local government areas.
• Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre leads the way at 2022 Local Government Professionals awards
  The Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre (GRAC) has been recognised as a leading community facility in Victoria at the 2022 Local Government Professionals awards.
• Million dollar cuts to Victorian agriculture is cruel disappointment to farmers as Andrews Labor government slashes funding
  Pet census and a destructive plan to shut down the native timber industry are the biggest ticket items for agriculture in a Labor state budget that's a cruel disappointment for Victorian farmers.
• Restarting arts festivals in West and South Gippsland with Festivals Australia federal program
  Program that supports community participation in, and access to, the arts experience at a festival.
• Measures to stop repeat of fireweed disturbance at Clifton Creek in Wellington Shire
  Additional measures are being put in place to prevent a repeat occurrence of possible fireweed disturbance in the Clifton Creek area.
• Regional kids including Gippsland still locked out of the classroom, but the Andrew's Labor state government won't tell us why
  Andrews Labor Government's decision to force students in regional communities into remote learning.
• Expanded free TAFE turbocharges post-covid Victoria and Gippsland
  Additional TAFE courses ensuring appropriate training for Victorian job seekers.
• New female friendly pavilion at Darnum Recreation Reserve from $500,000 grant Victorian government Local Sports Infrastructure Fund
  The netballers at Nilma Darnum Football Netball Club can say goodbye to changing in the back of the car, thanks to the completion of the new game changing female friendly pavilion at the Darnum Recreation Reserve in Darnum.
• Research underway to strengthen Greater Glider possum population in Latrobe CIty with $50,000 grant from Victorian government
  A research project is underway to study and strengthen the population of the Greater Glider possum, the largest gliding mammal in Australia.
• Country drivers in danger from hazards on rural roads from Andrews Labor government budget cuts
  Labor government's cut on the road maintenance neglect on the country road asset maintenance has left the country roads neglected.
• Landholders in East Gippsland to develop wildlife refuges with $1 million grant to 'Trust for Nature' as part of bushfire recovery
  The Federal Government is backing local landholders and communities in East Gippsland to lead the way in bushfire recovery through a $1 million grant to support the regeneration of impacted plants and animals.
• Applications open for Gippsland Recycling centres grants up to $500,000 from Victorian government $40.9M Regional Recycling Fund
  Recycling centres across regional Victoria including in Gippsland can apply for grants of up to $500,000 for infrastructure upgrades as part of Round One of the $40.9 million Regional Recycling Fund.
• Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants East rip off for Gippsland may be avoided says Darren Chester
  The Federal Government is backing away from a plan which would have short-changed bushfire impacted communities in East Gippsland, according to local MP Darren Chester.
• New pitch lighting at Thorpdale and Longwarry Recreation Reserves from $250,000 Victorian government funding
  The Longwarry Crows and Thorpdale Blues football teams can now play day and night thanks to the completion of the new pitch lighting at Thorpdale and Longwarry Recreation Reserves.
• Support Baw Baw Shire hospitality and businesses throughout the pandemic with 'Baw Baw Eat and Explore' campaign and website
  Government project that encourages community to buy local products as much as they can to help the businesses thrive with the current challenges from the pandemic.
• Victoria's health workforce is missing out on a crucial boost as Andrews Labor government ignores reforms
  Victoria's overwhelmed health workforce is missing out on a crucial boost to staff resources while Daniel Andrews pig-headedly ignores reforms to unlock thousands of additional workers to support the system.
• Plan from Gippsland One to get region on the political agenda in December 2021
  One GIppsland makes a bid for federal and state budget funding, putting Gippsland on the political agenda.
• Plan from Gippsland One to get region on the political agenda in December 2021
  One GIppsland makes a bid for federal and state budget funding, putting Gippsland on the political agenda.
• Community groups encouraged to apply for last round of bushfire recovery grants from Victoria's Community Facility funding
  Applications for this final round of funding will close on June 30, so time is running out.
• East Gippsland Men's sheds encouraged to apply for grants up to $80,000 to improve facilities via 2022-23 Men's Shed Funding Program
  Men's Sheds grants that support the establishment, expand or refurbish existing sheds across the state are now open.
• Pop-up session at Longwarry Market on 5 June 2022 from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Residents of Longwarry and the surrounding areas are invited to come along to council's pop-up session at the Longwarry Market on Sunday 5 June.
• Upgrades and specialist equipment for Gippsland early childhood education centres via Victorian government Building Blocks Inclusion fund
  Upgrades to early childhood education centres and specialist equipment to help improve learning outcomes.
• Call for Gippsland schools, community organisations and sporting clubs to apply for grants to increase shade from sun via state government sunshade program
  Government program to better protect the community while having their time outdoors.
• Biggs Drive crossing upgrade will improve accessibility to Wonthaggi CBD and include pram access
  Bass Coast Shire Council is fully funding this $40,000 project, which will get underway from Monday, 7 March and take two weeks to complete.