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Gippsland Cream Is A Big Cheese In National AwardsGippsland has scored a top award for its cream in the dairy industry’s major national awards. By Susan Webster - 22nd February 2007 - Back to News Gippsland Dairy Pure Double Cream won the Champion Cream in the 2007 Australian Grand Dairy Awards, attended by Sussan Ley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, on February 9.
Made by Dandenong-based Bead Foods from organic milk, Gippsland Dairy Pure Double Cream is pure, unadulterated cream. Bead Foods is an Australian-owned private company established in July 2001.
Judges noted that: "Gippsland Dairy Pure Double Cream has a smooth, velvety texture and a refined flavour that was rich but not cloying."
"This cream has been recognised as the best-of-the-best, made with milk from Australian dairy farms," said Richard Lange, Group Manager – Marketing, Dairy Australia – the organisation behind the awards.
Australian Grand Dairy Award winners have the right to incorporate prestigious symbols on their packaging - helping consumers identify the ‘best-of-the-best’.
The Australian Grand Dairy Awards are in their eighth year. This year’s awards comprised more than 360 entries representing 95 Australian dairy manufacturers.
"Some of the entrants were small one-or-two person enterprises. Some are much larger companies. They are all driven by the desire for excellence," said Mr Lange. "Even with ongoing drought affecting much of rural Australia, the awards saw no decrease in the number or quality of entrants."
Judging by an independent panel took place in November. A chief judge, supported by highly qualified technical experts, cheesemakers, providores, food media and chefs undertook blind tastings to ensure the credibility and integrity of the awards.
The winners were announced at a special presentation in Melbourne’s Federation Square.
2007 AUSTRALIAN GRAND DAIRY AWARDS WINNING PRODUCT PROFILES
Grand Champions
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Grand Champion Cheese |
Heidi Farm Raclette
Heidi Farm Raclette is a semi-hard cheese with a deliciously intense perfume and a mild, nutty flavour. During its making, the rind of the cheese is washed and scrubbed, promoting flavour development and ripening. It has a supple, satiny interior that lends itself perfectly to melting.
Judges described it as "Beautiful! With an intense, well balanced flavour and moist, creamy interior". |
National Foods Limited
National Foods is one of Australia’s largest food companies, with core activities in milk, fresh dairy foods, juice and specialty cheese. National Foods bought the Heidi Farm Brand in 2006. Heidi Farm is located in north-west Tasmania, and strives to produce quality farmhouse European-style cheeses. |
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Grand Champion Dairy Product |
Dairy Farmers Milk
Dairy Farmers Milk is a creamy, natural-tasting full-cream milk providing a rich source of protein, vitamins and minerals in every glass. The award-winning entry was produced in the Malanda factory, Queensland. According to the judges, Dairy Farmers milk is an excellent example of fresh milk at its best – smooth, creamy and sweet with a clean finish. |
Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is a dairy company with a long and proud heritage of more than 100 years in the Australian dairy industry. This farmer-owned co-operative has produced dairy products from the lush Atherton Tablelands in far north Queensland through to Mt Gambier in South Australia. |
Champion Cheese Products
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Champion Fresh Unripened Cheese |
Floridia Traditional Ricotta
Floridia Traditional Ricotta is made using mozzarella whey and fresh pasturised cow's milk. It is mild and semi sweet in flavour, white in appearance, with a soft, moist, delicate body. Ideal for cooking and baking as well as being enjoyed alone. |
Floridia Cheese
Floridia Cheese was founded in 1952 with generations of cheese-making expertise. Floridia Cheese has a commitment to producing the highest standard Italian style cheese available to both the retail and food service markets. Floridia Cheese uses a combination of modern technology, tradition, the freshest raw ingredients and attention to detail to produce its fine range of traditional Italian style cheeses. |
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Champion White Mould Cheese |
King Island Dairy Black Label Double Brie
King Island Dairy Black Label Double Brie is made in the traditional French Brie de Meaux style with pasteurised milk sourced from King Island in Tasmania. When fully ripe, the delicate white and orange mottled surface mould creates a wild, earthy aroma and encases a rich, oozing centre with distinct mushroom flavours. |
National Foods Limited
National Foods is one of Australia’s largest food companies, with core activities in milk, fresh dairy foods, juice and specialty cheese.
King Island Dairy, now owned by National Foods, is situated on King Island, in Bass Strait. For almost a century, dairy herds have thrived on the crisp, clean air and grazed on King Island’s unique pastures, contributing to the high quality of King Island Dairy’s farmhouse-style cheeses. |
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Champion Semi-Hard and Eye Cheese |
Heidi Farm Gruyere
Heidi Farm Gruyere is a semi-hard eye cheese, produced using traditional Swiss techniques. It has a rich, nutty flavour with a hint of creaminess. Heidi Farm Gruyere has an ideal texture for grilling, melting, or shaving for that finishing touch. |
National Foods Limited
National Foods is one of Australia’s largest food companies, with core activities in milk, fresh dairy foods, juice and specialty cheese. National Foods bought the Heidi Farm Brand in 2006. Heidi Farm is located in north-west Tasmania, and strives to produce quality farmhouse European-style cheeses.
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Champion Cheddar-Style Cheese |
Farmers Union Centenary Rinded Vintage Cheddar
Farmers Union Centenary Rinded Vintage Cheddar is produced in the time-honoured traditional method. The curd is packed into cheesecloth-lined hoops and waxed after maturation. It has a moist and slightly flaky body, due to the extended period of maturation. Centenary Rinded Vintage Cheddar embodies a sharp, nutty and slightly creamy flavour, characteristic of a well-matured cheddar. |
National Foods Limited
National Foods is one of Australia’s largest food companies, with core activities in milk, fresh dairy foods, juice and specialty cheese. Farmers Union is a National Foods brand. Farmers Union Cheddar Cheeses are made using fresh dairy milk from cows that graze on the lush pastures of South Australia. |
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Champion Hard Cheese |
Mil Lel Superior Romano
Mil Lel Superior Romano is an authentic Grana cheese made in Australia using the finest Australian ingredients. It is aged to at least 12 months in a thin yellow wax, producing a firm and flaky interior. Mil Lel Superior Romano has a distinctive piquant Romano flavour with sweet and slightly nutty overtones. A perfect shaving cheese paired well with robust flavours. |
Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is a dairy company with a long and proud heritage of more than 100 years in the Australian dairy industry. This farmer-owned co-operative has produced dairy products from the lush Atherton Tablelands in far north Queensland through to Mt Gambier in South Australia.
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Champion Blue Cheese |
King Island Dairy Bass Strait Blue
King Island Dairy Bass Strait Blue is a natural rinded blue vein cheese with a moist and creamy texture which provides a fudgy mouth feel. The even dispersions of mould present a subtle blue flavour with a salty bite and a clean aftertaste. |
National Foods Limited
National Foods is one of Australia’s largest food companies, with core activities in milk, fresh dairy foods, juice and specialty cheese.
King Island Dairy, now owned by National Foods, is situated on King Island, in Bass Strait. For almost a century, dairy herds have thrived on the crisp, clean air and grazed on King Island’s unique pastures, contributing to the high quality of King Island Dairy’s farmhouse-style cheeses. |
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Champion Washed Rind Cheese |
Barossa Valley Cheese Co. Washington Washrind
Barossa Valley Cheese Co. Washington Washrind is made in small rounds that are individually hand washed for two weeks with a special brine solution to develop subtle yeasty aromas. The palate is full and velvety with a mild sweetness. Washington Washrind develops flavour and intensity over time. |
The Barossa Valley Cheese Co.
The Barossa Valley Cheese Company opened its doors nearly five years ago, in Angaston SA.
Using fresh milk sourced daily, directly from a local dairy, The Barossa Valley Cheese Co. specialises in hand-made soft white mould, washed rind and fresh cheese styles. |
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Champion Goat’s or Sheep’s Milk Cheese |
Milawa Capricornia
Made in the Milawa region of northern Victoria, Capricornia is a firm-textured goat’s milk cheese with a firm white interior encased by a mottled, edible rind. Capricornia has a distinct piquancy and sweet nuttiness and is ideal for shaving, or enjoying as a table cheese. |
Milawa Cheese Company
Milawa Cheese produced its first cheese in 1988 and now processes up to 10000L of cows’ milk a week and 4000 litres of goats’ milk from nine different suppliers per season. Milawa produces more than 20 different styles of cheese, using cow’s, goat’s and sheep’s milk.
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Champion Flavoured Cheese
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Mil Lel Superior Chilli Pecorino
Mil Lel Superior Chilli Pecorino is produced in the traditional style. This hard grating or shaving cheese has a yellow rind and brittle slightly granular interior, speckled with flecks of red chilli. The distinct chilli flavour provides a pleasing contrast to the richness of the cheese. It is perfect for shaving over pasta or risotto, steamed asparagus or serving as a table cheese with a full-bodied red. |
Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is a dairy company with a long and proud heritage of more than 100 years in the Australian dairy industry. This farmer-owned co-operative has produced dairy products from the lush Atherton Tablelands in far north Queensland through to Mt Gambier in South Australia. |
Champion Dairy Products
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Champion Natural Yogurt |
Mundella Greek Style Natural Yoghourt
Mundella Greek Style Natural Yoghourt is a pot-set natural yoghourt made in the Greek-style. It is thick and creamy, with a slightly tart flavour. Suitable for use in dips or as an accompaniment to Mediterranean-style dishes. |
Mundella Foods Pty Ltd
Mundella Foods is a medium-sized dairy company located in Mundijong, south of Perth, Western Australia. Mundella Foods uses milk from its own farm to produce its range of dairy products.
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Champion Flavoured Yogurt |
Dairy Farmers Gourmet Yogurt Crushed Passionfruit
Dairy Farmers Gourmet Yogurt Crushed Passionfruit is a dessert-style pot-set yogurt. Made from award-winning milk, this yogurt is deliciously thick and creamy with a layer of real passionfruit. This yogurt is 100% natural with no artificial colours or preservatives. |
Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is a dairy company with a long and proud heritage of more than 100 years in the Australian dairy industry. This farmer-owned co-operative has produced dairy products from the lush Atherton Tablelands in far north Queensland through to Mt Gambier in South Australia. |
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Champion Ice Cream |
Gundowring Finest Ice Cream French Vanilla
Gundowring Finest Ice Cream French Vanilla is a super-creamy, premium vanilla ice cream, with a true vanilla custard flavour imparted from the real Madagascan vanilla seeds dotted throughout the ice cream. |
Gundowring Fine Foods
Gundowring Finest Ice Cream is made in a purpose built factory on a dairy farm in Victoria’s Kiewa Valley. Farm fresh milk, cream, egg yolks and sugar are combined with fabulous fresh fruits, regional honey, nuts, licorice and the finest imported ingredients to produce the wide array of unique flavours produced by Gundowring Fine Foods.
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Champion Dairy Gelato |
Gelati Sky Macadamia Kiss Gelato
Gelati Sky Macadamia Kiss is a sumptuously smooth and creamy gelato with a rich and intense macadamia flavour blended throughout. Perfect with berries and white chocolate. |
Gelati Sky
Based in Melbourne, Gelati Sky use traditional Italian methods blended with a secret modern twist to produce their award-winning gelati. |
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Champion Dairy Dessert |
Perfection Vanilla Custard
Perfection Vanilla Custard is a velvety-smooth pouring custard. The traditional custard flavour is fabulous paired with puddings or poached fruit. |
Perfection Dairies
Perfection Dairies is a milk processing company situated in Sydney's Baulkham Hills and serving the north and west of Sydney with premium quality milk and dairy products. Proud of its family heritage, values and traditions, it is the only family milk company operating in New South Wales today, with origins dating back to 1907. |
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Champion Milk |
Riverina Fresh Milk
Riverina Fresh Milk has the original clean fresh taste of full-cream milk. Brought to you fresh daily from the Riverina region of Australia, Riverina Fresh delivers high-quality frothing for coffees. |
Fonterra Brands (Australia)
Steeped in tradition, Fonterra Brands (Australia) Pty. Ltd. began operations as a butter co-operative in 1922. Based in Wagga Wagga, in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Fonterra Brands (Australia) is a major supplier of milk to the region and also manufacture an extensive range of dairy products for the domestic and export markets. |
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Champion Flavoured Dairy Beverage |
Dare Iced Coffee Double Espresso
The Dare Iced Coffee range has been specially formulated to meet the differing tastes of iced coffee consumers. Dare Iced Coffee Double Espresso is the newest addition to the range and is designed for lovers of strong coffee. This flavoured milk has a rich, real coffee flavour and creamy texture.
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Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is a dairy company with a long and proud heritage of more than 100 years in the Australian dairy industry. This farmer-owned co-operative has produced dairy products from the lush Atherton Tablelands in far north Queensland through to Mt Gambier in South Australia. |
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Champion Cream |
Gippsland Dairy Pure Double Cream
Made from organic milk Gippsland Dairy Pure Double Cream is pure, unadulterated cream, with an ultra-thick velvety consistency this cream is smooth and subtly sweet. Perfect for dolloping on fresh berries and desserts. |
Bead Foods
Bead Foods is an Australian-owned private company established in July 2001, after the merger of Bead Refrigerated Foods and Simply Better Foods.
Bead Foods Proprietary Limited manufactures a range of dairy and soy foods, dips and sauces.
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Champion Butter or Butter Blend |
Tatura Butter
Tatura Butter has been produced in Victoria by Tatura Milk Industries since 1907. This butter has a smooth consistency, with that classic creamy flavour perfect for sandwiches and cooking.
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Tatura Milk Industries
Tatura Milk Industries Limited is a public unlisted company established in 1907, with shareholding held by supplying dairy farmers. Tatura has grown into a fully automated modern complex with the ability to produce a wide range of dairy products to exacting specifications. Today Tatura is supplied by approximately 330 dairy farms and processes approximately 450 million litres of milk each year. |
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Darren Chester praised TAFE Gippsland and BRHS for training local students, highlighting regional partnerships as key to addressing health workforce shortages and encouraging young people to pursue local health careers. - Darren Chester joins East Gippsland community to honour fallen Victoria police officers on Remembrance Day
Darren Chester joined the East Gippsland community for National Police Remembrance Day in Bairnsdale, honouring Victoria Police officers who lost their lives and recognising those who continue to serve. - Melina Bath urges action on Gippsland youth crime with tougher penalties, stronger policing, and restored diversion funding
Melina Bath has demanded urgent action on Gippsland's escalating youth crime, calling for tougher penalties, stronger police presence, and restored diversion program funding to protect communities and restore safety. - Darren Chester's Christmas reflection mixes Gippsland joy with national grief, unity, gratitude and hope for Australia
Darren Chester reflects on Gippsland Christmas, mourning Bondi Beach victims, appreciating essential workers, and urging unity, gratitude, and hope while wishing everyone a safe, happy, and prosperous New Year. - Danny O'Brien commends South Gippsland Shire for securing Nyora transport study funding, urges further state investment
Danny O'Brien has praised South Gippsland Shire Council for securing state funding for the Nyora Transport Study, urging the Allan Labor Government to follow through with real investment and road upgrades. - Season’s greetings to East Gippsland residents with wishes for a joyful Christmas and prosperous New Year
Wishing East Gippsland residents a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, with gratitude to service workers, reminders for festive safety, and hopes for connection, kindness, and a prosperous 2026. - Labor government slammed as Gippsland crime soars, Danny O'Brien warns communities are failed by weak laws
Danny O'Brien says Gippsland crime is surging under Labor, with major increases across all councils. He warns weakened laws, police shortages, and neglect leave communities unsafe, demanding stronger action and real consequences. - Victorian Health Department sets Gippsland priorities, access, workforce, safety, shared services, and mental health expansion
The Victorian Department of Health has set four Gippsland health priorities: access, workforce, safety, and shared services, while highlighting mental health needs and significant workforce investment at Warragul's regional health leaders' forum. - Community feedback wanted on East Gippsland Draft Engagement Policy to strengthen participation in local decision-making
East Gippsland Shire Council is seeking community feedback on its draft Community Engagement Policy, inviting input through surveys, drop-in sessions, and stakeholder consultation to strengthen participation in decision-making processes. - Victoria’s scenic drive from Gippsland Lakes to Wangaratta through picturesque towns and alpine landscapes
Travel Victoria’s iconic Great Alpine Road, winding from Gippsland Lakes to Wangaratta through lush spring landscapes, vibrant towns, roaring rivers and perfect camping weather - an unforgettable journey for adventurous travellers. - Danny O'Brien seeks explanation for South Gippsland entering fire danger period earlier than neighbouring regions
Danny O'Brien has urged the Emergency Services Minister to explain why South Gippsland entered the Fire Danger Period early, leaving farmers concerned about limited time for essential burn-offs and cleanup. - Lightfoot Wines combines tradition, creativity, and Gippsland flavours with award-winning wines, regional platters, and scenic views
Perched on a limestone bluff above the Mitchell River, Lightfoot Wines blends tradition and innovation, offering tastings, regional platters, and acclaimed wines, cementing its role in Gippsland's food and drink scene. - Join the conversation and help shape South Gippsland and other council projects, programs and initiatives
Join the conversation this spring! Share your ideas on South Gippsland's future through community consultations, including Pre-Prep, Draft Plans, Governance Rules, and the 2026/27 Budget. - Entries close for Darren Chester's 14th #lovegippsland Calendar showcasing iconic scenes across Gippsland
Entries have closed for Darren Chester's 14th #lovegippsland Calendar, with 344 stunning photos submitted capturing Gippsland's iconic landscapes. Winners will feature in the free 2026 calendar, distributed later this year. - From Job expos to farms and sports awards connecting communities across East Gippsland through events and advocacy
From jobs expos to farm visits, sports awards, and community projects, recent weeks highlighted East Gippsland's talent, resilience, and collaboration, advocacy, and opportunities that strengthen local communities. - Two weeks left to join Darren Chester's 2026 #lovegippsland Calendar Competition celebrating iconic Gippsland
Two weeks remain to enter Darren Chester's 2026 #lovegippsland calendar competition, celebrating Gippsland's landscapes and talent. Entries close October 3, with winners featured among 30,000 distributed calendars showcasing 'Iconic Gippsland'. - Danny O'Brien warns Bayside Health merger threatens Gippsland communities, confirming hidden health service consolidation
Danny O'Brien criticises Labor's Bayside Health merger, warning it will reduce local hospital autonomy, limit community input, and risk services for Gippsland residents, prioritising bureaucratic cost-saving over patient care. - Tim Bull slammed labor for $13M machete amnesty waste, penalising Gippslanders while failing to target urban crime effectively
Gippsland East MP Tim Bull criticized Labor's $13 million machete amnesty, calling it wasteful, ineffective, and unfairly punishing rural Victorians while targeting areas with no machete problem. - Southern Rural Water upgrades over meters across Gippsland to improve accuracy and fair water management
Southern Rural Water is replacing 1,000+ outdated meters across southern Victoria by 2026, boosting accuracy, compliance, and fair water management under national standards - with no cost to customers. - Melina Bath slams Agriculture Minister Ros Spence for ignoring Gippsland farmers' struggles under Labor's tax regime
Melina Bath criticised Agriculture Minister Ros Spence for refusing to advocate for Gippsland farmers, citing VFF survey results showing overwhelming concern over new taxes and Labor's disregard for regional agriculture. - Tim Bull urges state government to fund Surf Life Saving, preventing East Gippsland ratepayers covering government shortfalls
Gippsland East MP Tim Bull urges state government to fund Surf Life Saving Victoria, warning councils face doubled contributions while new Emergency Services levy strains East Gippsland and Wellington budgets. - Have your say on key council plans, policies, and the future direction of South Gippsland through current engagement opportunities
South Gippsland Shire Council invites community feedback on key draft plans, policies, and the 2026/27 Budget, with in-person engagement opportunities and "Coffee with a Councillor" sessions in October. - Danny O'Brien announces finalised Loch Sport groyne designs, Gippsland Ports to seek tenders before Christmas
Erosion works on Loch Sport foreshore will begin next year, with designs finalised for new groynes. Danny O'Brien praised the community's persistence and vowed to push for further coastal protection. - Danny O'Brien slams Labor's repeated 'Better Roads Blitz' claims as Gippsland roads continue crumbling
Nationals MP Danny O'Brien has slammed Labor's latest "Better Roads Blitz," saying Gippsland roads remain neglected, unsafe, and underfunded, with locals enduring potholes, hazards, and long-term speed reductions instead of real maintenance. - Nationals' $100M Safer Communities Plan targets crime crisis with tough laws and prevention programs across Gippsland
Martin Cameron backed a $100 million Safer Communities Plan, promising tougher laws and prevention programs to tackle Victoria's crime crisis, restore community safety, and support at-risk youth, contrasting Labor's cuts. - Cr Nathan Hersey elected as Mayor and Cr Brad Snell as Deputy Mayor for South Gippsland and other council updates
Councillor Nathan Hersey was elected Mayor and Councillor Brad Snell Deputy Mayor of South Gippsland Shire for 12 months, marking Hersey’s second and Snell’s first term in these roles. - Bass Coast wins National AustStab Award for sustainable road recycling and innovative rehabilitation
Bass Coast Shire Council won the 2025 AustStab Award for Excellence for pioneering road recycling methods, cutting emissions by 85%, truck movements by 80%, and delivering faster, more sustainable, durable roads with less disruption. - Inverloch dairy farmer Mick Hughes highlights community collaboration survive South Gippsland's dry season challenges
Inverloch dairy farmer Mick Hughes credits collaboration with the Inverloch Cluster and local water authorities for navigating South Gippsland's recurring dry conditions and improving farm drought resilience. - Bass Coast Council awards $1.01M contract to restore Wonthaggi heritage-listed old post office
Bass Coast Shire Council has awarded a $1.01 million contract to TS Constructions to restore Wonthaggi heritage-listed Old Post Office, preserving its historic character and ensuring long-term structural integrity. - Darren Chester completes 19th Melbourne Marathon, joining 14,500 runners in iconic Gippsland sporting tradition
Darren Chester completed his 19th Melbourne Marathon, joining 14,500 runners. The sold-out event celebrated fitness and community spirit, with Chester inspired by marathon legend John "Dobbo" Dobson's 47th consecutive run. - Darren Chester commends Mac Waste Group for community commitment and support for Gippsland families
Darren Chester praised Mac Waste Group for its community commitment, local job creation, youth training initiatives, and support for Gippsland families through its partnership with the Little Jem Foundation and fundraising efforts. - Latrobe Valley's new 100MW big battery boosts energy reliability, cuts power bills, and supports Victoria's renewable transition
A 100MW Latrobe Valley big battery has officially opened, boosting energy reliability, cutting power bills, and supporting Victoria's renewable transition, helping achieve government storage targets while delivering affordable electricity. - Labor government delivers $2.73M Sale Hospital upgrade, modernising Community Services building for Gippsland healthcare staff
The Allan Labor government is delivering a $2.73 million upgrade to Sale Hospital's historic Community Services Building, modernising facilities for healthcare workers, patients, and students through the Regional Health Infrastructure Fund. - Spring flows planned to support native fish migration and river health across West Gippsland
West Gippsland CMA's Environmental Water team is planning Spring river flows to support native fish migration, enhance river health, and balance environmental care with community enjoyment of waterways. - Have your say on the 2027 transition to Pre-Prep and help shape early learning in South Gippsland
South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking feedback from parents and carers to help shape how the Victorian government's 2027 Pre-Prep program is delivered locally to meet community needs. - Darren Chester meets new BRHS CEO Peter Abraham to discuss future opportunities for East Gippsland Healthcare
Darren Chester met new BRHS CEO Peter Abraham to discuss healthcare challenges, commend local innovations improving patient care, and strengthen collaboration to deliver high-quality, accessible health services across East Gippsland. - Melina Bath criticised Labor's plan to create new national parks, locking out long-term bush users
Liberals and Nationals oppose Labor's plan to convert 65,000 hectares into national parks, citing unfair exclusion of bush users despite strong opposition and a 40,000-signature petition against the proposal. - Tribunal warns Albanese government's bill removes veterans' rights to review bravery awards and undermines Defence Honours system integrity
The Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal has accused the Albanese government of removing veterans' rights to review bravery awards, warning proposed reforms undermine fairness, independence, and recognition of Australia's war heroes. - Farm fencing grants protect 300 hectares of biodiversity and boost waterway health across West Gippsland
Over 300 hectares of farmland will be fenced through West Gippsland CMA's farm fencing grants, protecting waterways, biodiversity, and livestock while supporting sustainable farming and revegetation across the catchment. - Darren Chester praises Moogji Aboriginal Council for advancing health and sustainability in East Gippsland
Darren Chester visited Moogji Aboriginal Council in Orbost, praising its vital health, youth, and environmental programs that support East Gippsland communities and promote Aboriginal culture, wellbeing, and environmental sustainability. - Tim Bull slams Labor's cuts to 'Youth Crime Prevention', unveils $100M Safer Communities Plan
Gippsland East MP Tim Bull criticised Labor's youth crime prevention cuts, promoting The Nationals' $100 million Safer Communities Plan combining tougher laws with prevention programs to improve safety and restore community confidence. - Latrobe City launches investment campaign showcasing strength, innovation, and opportunities across Gippsland
Latrobe City Council launched an investment campaign showcasing business strength, innovation, and opportunities positioning itself as Gippsland's hub for growth, transformation, and future industries. - Tim Bull demands end to brumby shooting as pest and weed control programs face cuts
Gippsland East MP Tim Bull has urged the state government to scrap its costly brumby shooting program, criticising cuts to pest and weed control services vital for farmers and rural communities. - New drinking fountains installed in Sale and Briagolong Parks to promote health, sustainability and community wellbeing
Gippsland Water and Wellington Shire Council have installed two new drinking fountains in Sale and Briagolong, promoting health, sustainability, and reusable bottles. Featuring artwork by Gunai artist Alice Pepper, they support community wellbeing. - New drinking fountains installed in Sale and Briagolong Parks to promote health, sustainability and community wellbeing
Gippsland Water and Wellington Shire Council have installed two new drinking fountains in Sale and Briagolong, promoting health, sustainability, and reusable bottles. Featuring artwork by Gunai artist Alice Pepper, they support community wellbeing. - Tim Bull slams government over firewood shortages, fuel loads and lack of practical solutions
Gippsland East MP Tim Bull has slammed government policy for firewood shortages, warning rising bush fuel loads pose serious risks, calling for extended collection areas, longer seasons and practical fire management. - Danny O’Brien condemns sudden AKD Yarram timber mill closure, 73 jobs lost, pledges support for affected community
Gippsland South MP Danny O’Brien says sudden AKD Yarram timber mill closure, costing 73 jobs, devastates the community, pledging support for affected families, workers, and local businesses during this crisis. - Tim Bull demands transparency on missing $13.15M for cancelled Marlo to Cape Conran pathway
Gippsland East MP Tim Bull has demanded answers on the missing $13.15 million for the cancelled Marlo - Cape Conran pathway, urging funds be redirected locally if the project is abandoned. - Martin Cameron says Labor fails on crime, wasting millions on machete bins instead of protecting Gippsland
Crime in Latrobe has surged under Labor, with Moe incidents up 26% and retail theft 65%. Nationals' Martin Cameron says only their Safer Communities Plan will restore safety. - Danny O'Brien condemns Labor for empty social housing amid growing waitlists and rental shortages in Gippsland
Danny O'Brien has criticised Labor for leaving social housing vacant as waitlists grow, citing fewer homes, shrinking rental availability, rising costs, and failed policies driving investment away in Gippsland South. - Danny O'Brien warns Labor is risking beachgoers safety by forcing councils, ratepayers to cover LSV funding shortfalls
Danny O'Brien warns the Allan Labor government is forcing Gippsland councils and ratepayers to cover Life Saving Victoria shortfalls, risking reduced lifeguard patrols despite billions in new emergency services taxes. - Tim Bull slams government’s restrictive, confusing emergency levy exemptions failing CFA volunteers across Gippsland
Tim Bull says the government’s flawed levy exemptions are too complex and restrictive, leaving CFA volunteers frustrated, excluded, and unsupported, and is urging the Minister to simplify the process. - Forge Theatre's school holiday season brings classic tales, comedy chaos and heartfelt community spirit to East Gippsland
The Forge Theatre's school holiday season features The Velveteen Rabbit, Polite Mammals, and The Heartbreak Choir, offering family fun, comedy, and heartfelt community spirit with something for everyone to enjoy. - Darren Chester honours Legacy volunteers' century of supporting veterans' families at national launch
Darren Chester praised Legacy volunteers at the national launch, highlighting their century of supporting veterans' families. Legacy Week 2025 will raise funds through badge and bear sales to provide vital services. - Danny O'Brien criticises Labor's police station maintenance cuts despite backflip restoring partial funding for grounds upkeep
Danny O'Brien has criticised Labor's partial backflip on police station maintenance cuts, saying Gippsland officers deserve safe, clean workplaces and stronger government support amid rising regional crime rates. - Mayor Rochelle Halstead honoured with MAV 10-year Service Award for her dedication to local government
Bass Coast Mayor Cr Rochelle Halstead has received the MAV 10-Year Service Award, recognising her decade of dedicated leadership, advocacy, and commitment to strengthening local government and the Bass Coast community.
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