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Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium starts 2022 with over twelve major events to boost tourism for Latrobe City

Latrobe City started the year in style with a baker's dozen of big events bringing in significant visitation and tourism dollars throughout the municipality.

By news@gippsland - 23rd May 2022 - Back to News

A suite of major infrastructure upgrades was showcased across an eclectic mix of sporting and community events, highlighting the benefits of recent multi-million-dollar investments from all levels of government. The upgraded Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium (GRISS) was in the spotlight with a near capacity 2634 crowd on hand for the in-season NBL showdown between SEM Phoenix and Cairns Taipans.

The events bonanza played as a precursor for upcoming major events, including Latrobe City's pending participation as a Commonwealth Games host hub

Boost in the economy

In February a further 500 people packed the GRISS to watch the Melbourne Boomers play the Perth Lynx in an entertaining WNBL fixture, while 1500 attended the Melbourne Vixens versus Adelaide Thunderbirds Super Netball double feature.

The sporting smorgasbord also included a special six-term AFL pre-season clash between Collingwood and Hawthorn in front of 4500 fans at the new and improved Morwell Recreation Reserve.

January's ATP Challenger, ITF women's and ITF Junior tennis events at the recently upgraded Traralgon Tennis Centre brought in more than $3 million in estimated economic impact, including substantial bed nights and local spending from athletes and their entourages.

More upcoming major events

Some new events also emerged on the Latrobe City calendar, including the debut of the AGL Loy Yang Gippsland Cup soccer tournament, including the likes of Melbourne Victory and Eastern Lions SC, as well as a Yinnar Food Truck Festival.

Annual Australia Day breakfasts and citizenship ceremonies were again a highlight across the region, as was the recurring Energy Australia Classic and Latrobe City Classic Pairs lawn bowls competitions, which drew a combined 1400 people to Yallourn and Moe.

Reflecting the region's growth

Latrobe City Mayor Kellie O'Callaghan said, "The quality and quantity of major events staged across Latrobe City in such a short span reflects our growth as a regional sporting and cultural hub of national significance."

"We continue to gain momentum in this space, activating our world class infrastructure with increasing regularity and attracting a host of new events to our flourishing regional city." Cr O'Callaghan said.

Pictures from Latrobe Leisure Facebook page.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com

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• South Gippsland Shire Council update early November 2021
  South Gippsland Shire Council's annual Green Waste Amnesty has commenced and will run until 31 December.
• East Gippsland community grants open for application to 5 August 2022
  Community groups and organisations across the shire are being encouraged to consider applying in the latest round of East Gippsland Shire Council's Community Grants Program.
• How Labor is helping regional communities like Gippsland recover from storms
  Funding made available to help communities recover from the storm.
• Federal seat of Gippsland with Darren Chester MP declared first by Australian Electoral Commission with highest number of votes
  The seat of Gippsland was the first in Victoria to be 'officially declared' by the Australian Electoral Commission, with local MP Darren Chester recording the highest number of primary votes in Australia.
• Call for Gippslanders to help by donating blood or plasma made by Darren Chester
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is encouraging Gippslanders to roll up their sleeves and donate blood or plasma.
• 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 early December 2021
  It's raining awards in Gippsland! Over the past few weeks, we have seen strong representation from South Gippsland in a range of award ceremonies.
• 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.
• 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.
• East Gippsland motorists encouraged to submit first-hand reports via an online portal for Vote for Victoria's Worst Road campaign
  Three-month campaign to Vote for Victoria's Worst Road asks motorists to submit first-hand condition reports via an online portal to list the most dangerous hazards risking lives on our roads every single day.
• East Gippsland Council calls communities to help create emergency response plans called a Local Incident Management Plan (LIMP)
  Preparing local communities for emergencies particularly on knowing what to do during fire and storm hits.
• South Gippsland Shire Council wants to hear from Mirboo North residents on 'things to do in and around the Boo'
  An opportunity for Mirboo North to chat to Council about clubs and sports in their area.
• 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.
• East Gippsland Shire Council supports Clean Up Australia Day by accepting labelled bags from registered sites at no charge
  Clean Up Australia Day is on again on Sunday 6 March and now is the time to get your local community group or a bunch of friends together to clean up a site near you.
• Draft South Gippsland Economic Development and Visitor Economy Strategies, Amendment C126 and development plan application on public exhibition
  Council is inviting you to send your feedback about the South Gippsland planning scheme and development.
• East Gippsland Shire Council offers zero fees to promote zero waste and encourage better recycling practices
  Fees have been removed on recyclable items to help reduce illegal dumping, lessen waste and cut disposal cost to the residents.
• South Gippsland Shire Council warns of increase in scam calls - 'Hang up, block number and let your friends and family know'
  Scammers targeting victims through money recovery scams, be aware of uninvited offers of help to recover money for an up-front payment, they are scams.
• 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.
• East Gippsland hockey players score synthetic pitch for WORLD Sporting Precinct in Bairnsdale
  Significant improvement done to the facilities of Women's Organisation for Recreation, Leisure and Development (WORLD) sporting precinct.
• 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.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update late November 2021
  It has been an exciting week at South Gippsland Shire Council with our new Councillors being sworn in.
• East Gippsland welcomes newest citizens for November 2021
  St Mary's Parish Centre in Bairnsdale was beaming with smiles today as 11 East Gippslanders officially became Australian citizens.
• East Gippsland Rail Trail gets sealing and surface upgrades by local firm Cranes Asphalting
  Funding for works on the rail trail from Bairnsdale to Orbost.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 15 September 2021
  Read on for summary the agenda and minutes the South Gippsland Shire Council last meeting
• East Gippsland Shire Council adopts new charter to promote a respectful community for all
  Council acts to promote a respectful community for all‍.
• West and central Gippsland gets $480M for 4G and 5G wireless upgrade from Morrison government in 2022-23 federal budget
  Electorate of Monash will have access to a significantly more capable NBN network following a $480 million investment by the Morrison Government in the 2022-23 Federal Budget.
• 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.
• East Gippsland Shire Council Mayor Christmas message for 2021
  Mayor Cr Mark Reeves, Christmas message December 2021 for East Gippsland Shire community.
• East Gippsland Bushfire Recovery Committee releases its second recovery progress report
  Community and agencies, working together towards the recovery of the community and the economy.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update late October 2021
  Updates about South Gippsland Shire events.
• Men's sheds in Gippsland share $17,500 funding from National Shed Development federal program
  Men's sheds in Gippsland have received a much-needed boost with funding from the Federal Government's National Shed Development Programme (NSDP).
• Rapid COVID-19 testing key for getting regional and Gippsland VLine trains back on track
  Lengthy shutdown to Victoria's regional train network is driving a push for rapid testing to be rolled out for staff across the public transport network.
• 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.
• South Gippsland Shire draft 2020/21 Annual Report on public exhibition for two weeks
  Council's 2020/21 Annual Report is currently on public exhibition for two weeks.
• East Gippsland Shire motorists reminded to check parking restrictions
  Increasing enforcement effort across the shire to ensure motorists follow parking restrictions.
• South Gippsland Council meeting snapshot - Wednesday 15 June 2022
  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!
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 22 April 2022
  Summary of key decisions made at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday 20 April 2022.
• Art arrives at Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale for Archibald Prize exhibition opening
  Archibald Prize at Gippsland Art Gallery starts on Friday 8 October to 21 November 2021.
• Tribute to Gippsland schools and staff for their long service and dedication via Recognition of Service to Victorian Education
  Celebrating eastern Victoria's longest-serving public education staff.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 11 May 2022
  Keeping the community up-to-date with council happenings by visiting or downloading the latest media releases.
• Genoa Sports and Recreation Reserve gets $370,000 funding for improvements from East Gippsland Council and federal government
  The Genoa community has long held the upgrade of the courts as a priority and worked hard to attract funding for the project.
• Latrobe City Transition Taskforce starts on plan to move away from traditional power generation and a reduced timber industry
  Taskforce establishment to plan for the economic diversification and investment opportunirties.
• Fare freeze in Gippsland thaws increasing cost for passengers taking train or bus
  Gippsland line passengers will pay more to take the train or bus from today, with public transport fees set to rise.
• 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.
• South Gippsland Shire Council rates due 15 February 2022
  Rates are due in full by 15 February unless you have elected to pay by an instalment or payment plan.
• South Gippsland Shire Council offices reopen from 13 September 2021
  Assistance offered for financial transactions and general queries.
• South Gippsland Shire Council has new community engagement platform
  Updates of the participation in all the engagement opportunities that interest you, including projects, plans and policies.
• East Gippsland Shire Council adopts Annual Budget 2021-22
  Community engagement process, including five community sessions, to help develop the document.
• East Gippsland Shire Council adopts Community Vision 2040
  Adopted community vision and council plan for 2021-25.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update late September 2021
  The final podcast is now available in South GIppsland.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 16 December 2021
  Summary of decisions made at the council meeting on 16 December 2021.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 25 November 2021
  Council meetings are streamed live to the public as a means of enhancing transparency and public decision making.
• Latrobe City congradulates Harriet Shing Eastern Victoria MP becoming Minister for Water, Minister for Regional Development and Minister for Equality
  Latrobe City Council welcomes the news of Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing MP announcement/appointment as Minister for Water, Minister for Regional Development and Minister for Equality.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 22 July 2021
  Summary of key decisions made at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday 21 July 2021
• Latrobe Visitor Information Centre to be relocated to Gippsland Performing Arts Centre from 25 February 2022
  The Latrobe Visitor Information Centre will open seven days a week at the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre from Friday 25 February.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update early October 2021
  Local residents are being encouraged to shop local as part of a new marketing campaign called 'Shop Local South Gippsland'.
• Latrobe City Australia Day Awards 2022 to Dean Sutton, Bridie Byrne and Martin Dyt
  Local legends, outstanding events and champion community services have been acknowledged at the 2022 Latrobe City Australia Day Awards ceremony, held on Sunday following COVID-19 related delays.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update early September 2021
  The lead into the Council election has begun and there are a few things that the council wants to remind you of.
• Young people in East Gippsland wanted to apply for free leadership program - Youth Ambassador Program
  East Gippsland Shire Council is looking for people aged 12 to 25 to join the Youth Ambassador Program.
• Support for Gippsland manufacturers to create jobs via Modern Manufacturing Initiative (MMI)
  Funding and support to boost manufacturing sector and guidelines for support application.
• Thirty-five East Gippsland communities get strengthened disaster telecommunications
  Thirty-five East Gippsland communities will soon receive telecommunications systems to help ensure resilient communications are available during emergency events.
• Committee for Gippsland Strategic Plan 2021/24 to support jobs and investment for regions
  Following a thorough review in 2020, this new strategy aims to build a stronger and more relevant Committee for Gippsland, ensuring the long-term sustainability of our organisation
• Join South Gippsland Australia Day Short Film and Photography competition for 2022
  Short film and photography competition hosted by the council that will be shown in Leongatha cinema.
• Federal budget to support Gippsland's recovery with a focus on infrastructure spending and cost of living relief for local families
  Darren Chester MP welcomes commitment to continue funding major infrastructure projects in Gippsland for local roads, bridges, community facilities and better telecommunication services
• 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.
• Latrobe City to work with federal government on $10M funding for next stage of Gippsland Logistics Precinct
  Latrobe City Council is ready to partner with the new Labor Federal Government following the results of the Federal election over the weekend.
• Monaro Highway in East Gippsland is rapidly deteriorating and requires urgent attention from Victoria's road management
  The Monaro Highway, a critical freight route in and out of East Gippsland, is the latest in the local roads network requiring urgent attention with local Nationals MP.
• Farming for Success 2022 Agriculture Gippsland wide conference in Sale 8 March 2022
  Wellington Shire to host the agriculture conference "Farming for Success 2002 on 8 March.
• Regional train commuters stranded across Victoria as V/Line suddenly shuts down across network from storm faults, breakdowns and works
  Reports of constant breakdowns and cancellations came as the Labor government pulled investment out of regional trains to put into the city.
• Victorian and Gippsland farmers bumper harvest at risk as hard lockdowns make worsen labour shortages
  Victorian farmers' hopes of a record-breaking harvest are at risk while COVID restrictions continue to wreak havoc with availability of farm labourers.
• Feedback wanted from Gippslanders on Connecting Victoria survey from state government
  One Gippsland has welcomed the Victorian Government's ground-breaking Connecting Victoria Engagement Report that outlines the digital connectivity issues in regional Victoria.
• Latrobe City community invited to 'Buy a Seat' to support local theatre at Gippsland Performing Arts Centre
  Program aims to support free education and public programs, helping to provide greater access to our community.
• Fit outs continue on Gippsland Performing Arts Centre with completion expected by end of 2021
  Works to complete the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre exterior and the interior fit out are continuing.
• New cancer treatment centre for West Gippsland Hospital coming as health group gets $4.5M funding from federal coalition government for build
  A new cancer treatment centre to be built at West Gippsland Health Group will change lives and improve regional health outcomes thanks to funding from the Federal Coalition Government.
• Regions in Victoria like Gippsland need a guaranteed positive way forward crippling 18 months of uncertainty and lockdown
  The time has come to guarantee a positive way forward for regional Victorian communities that have been crippled by 18 months of uncertainty and lockdown.
• Fit out underway for Gippsland Performing Arts Centre as part of $18.5 million upgrade
  Improving Gippsland Performing Arts Centre that is designed for better experience that can also serve as asset to the region.
• Students from regional Victoria that started university in 2021 can apply for scholarship up to $18,000
  Federal Member for Monash Russell Broadbent said students from regional areas who started university this year could still apply for a scholarship worth up to $18,000.
• Regions like Gippsland out of lockdown but it's the lockdown they didn't need to have
  Truth about the COVID-19 information hidden to the Victorians.
• Dean Sutton joins Gippsland Community Leadership Program via Gippsland Diversity Scholarship funded by AGL Loy Yang
  Being his true self and developing his leadership skills was a battle growing up in a small country town and identifying as a gay man.
• West and South Gippsland residents and business share in $300M in COVID-related payments
  COVID-19 Payments details that have been distributed across west and south Gippsland.
• Councils in West and South Gippsland will share in $2.1B Commonwealth Cash Boost for flooding and COVID-19 recovery
  Five councils in the Monash electorate will benefit from the Australian government's $2.1 billion pre-payment on next year's Financial Assistance Grant to all councils across Australia.
• 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".
• Community survey for South Gippsland Shire open for residents to feedback likes, challenges and priorities
  South Gippsland Shire Council (Council) is undertaking research to help understand community needs.
• Regional Victoria out of sixth lockdown but we cannot keep living like this
  Call for the government to roll out the rapid antigen test to protect the people as well as the businesses in Victoria.
• Sell-out crowd at West Gippsland Art Centre celebrates International Women's Day in Baw Baw Shire
  A sell-out crowd descended on the West Gippsland Art Centre on Tuesday 8 March to celebrate International Women's Day 2022.
• Voting for South Gippsland Shire Council extended to 6pm 29 October 2021
  The close of voting for the South Gippsland Shire Council elections has been extended by one week to 6 pm Friday 29 October.
• Lakes Entrance recognised wins Top Tourism Town Awards with East Gippsland towns Paynesville and Mallacoota placing high
  East Gippsland towns being on top of the tourism awards.
• Celebrate East Gippsland Winter Festival from 17 June to 10 July 2022
  Embrace the chill of the season in an abundant celebration of art, wine, local produce and live music across East Gippsland from 17 June to 10 July 2022.
• Young people encouraged to join Gippsland Community Leadership Program via Wayne Casey Youth Scholarship Fund
  Gippsland Community Leadership Program's (GCLP) 10 month long immersion program for emerging young regional leaders.
• Restoring shellfish reef ecosystems in Gippsland Lakes will help protect environment and boost local jobs and tourism
  A new native shellfish reef will bring new life to the Gippsland Lakes as well as providing a boost of up to 25 local jobs and enhancing tourism and recreation.
• Latrobe City Council adopts a 2021/25 Council Plan and 2022/31 Financial Plan with notes on impact from Yallourn Power Station closure
  Community sets course for the future.
• Victorian including Gippsland farmers' livelihood at risk while worker deal is stranded on Premier's desk
  The Labor government is putting the agricultural sector into crisis, dismissing famers' calls for help.
• Drop-in sessions for 2022/23 community grants in South Gippsland Shire set to open from 1 July 2022
  With Community Grants for 2022/23 opening on July 1, our Community Strengthening team is hitting the road to provide advice to the community.
• Housing crisis grips Gippsland as rental availability drops to nearly 50%
  A review by One Gippsland has revealed a critical accommodation shortage across the region. The decrease in availavility has lead to massive increae in households seeking social housing assistance.
• Darren Chester has officially launched Gippsland's biggest survey to understand regional needs
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has officially launched Gippsland's Biggest Survey.
• 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.
• Three awesome Gippsland seafood restaurants to try in 2022
  Seafood restaurants you should visit in Gippsland.
• Major disruptions to Melbourne CBD and regional trains with the City Loop to close
  Indefinite closure of Melbourne metro's City Loop Network will throw the CBD into chaos at a key moment in the city's recovery.
• Further support for Gippsland job seekers with the extension of employment facilitator services
  Funding to support and employ local job-seekers and facilitators.
• 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.
• Lost Dogs' Disco to light up Gippsland Performing Arts Centre from 24 June to 3 July 2022
  Gippsland Performing Arts Centre will be home to the Lost Dogs' Disco, a large-scale illuminated inflatable sculpture from 24 June - 3 July.
• 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.
• Federal Tourism Minister Dan Teham MP joins One Gippsland as board member
  One Gippsland has welcomed an influential new member with Destination Gippsland joining the Board to help drive the alliance's tourism agenda.
• Grants available for Gippsland organisations to build community bushfire and floods resilience
  Guidelines for the Federal Government's Preparing Australian Communities Program - Local have been released ahead of applications opening.
• Local emergency services for regional Victoria should feature in 2022-23 Victorian budget
  Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull is hoping to see some key projects ticked off in next week's State Budget.
• Importance of regional not-for-profit aged care facilities in Gippsland
  Victoria needs more residential aged care facilities and support to meet existing and future demand from an ageing population.
• Federal support for farmers in East Gippsland and Wellington through the On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme
  The Coalition Government is bolstering support for farmers in East Gippsland and Wellington through the On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme.
• Run for South Gippsland Shire Council - Find out how to do it
  What you need to know and consider before you become an electoral candidate.
• Feedback wanted from Gippsland dairy farmers on Dairy Code of Conduct
  Local MP Darren Chester is encouraging Gippsland dairy farmers to have their say on the Dairy Code of Conduct.
• Brumby carcasses found by locals in East Gippsland bush requires explanation from Andrews Labor government about culling program
  Following reports of brumby carcasses being found in the East Gippsland bush, local Nationals MP, Tim Bull, has asked the Environment Minister to come clean on the details of the program.
• Russell Broadbent's Gippsland school leavers' guide for those graduating in 2021
  Assistance for graduates to have innovative solutions for their future.
• 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.
• Yarram airport in East Gippsland gets $300,000 federal funding to improve safety
  Yarram Airport will be upgraded thanks to a $300,000 funding boost under Round 2 of the Federal Government's Regional Airports Program.
• 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.
• Calling for applications to chair Regional Development Gippsland committee
  Positions are now open to lead the regional development committees.
• Federal program of regional grants like Building Better Regions Fund need overhaul
  The Federal Government should overhaul its regional grants funding programs which are failing to deliver fair outcomes for communities like Gippsland, according to local MP Darren Chester.
• Community feedback wanted on East Gippsland Council draft 2022-23 budget
  East Gippsland Shire Council has proposed a 2022-23 Budget that will continue the largest capital works program in the shire's history, support local employment and continue the region's economic and social recovery.
• Regions in Victorians like Gippsland should be released from the seven-day lockdown says Peter Walsh
  Misinformation about the COVID test resulted in the statewide lockdown.
• 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.
• Enter your best photographs for 2022 #lovegippsland calendar competition
  Local MP Darren Chester is encouraging Gippslanders to enter their best photographs in the 2022 #lovegippsland calendar competition.
• 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.
• Victorian Nationals plan to boost regional housing by releasing 50,000 new residential land lots
  The Nationals opposing the new tax, to help see the rural and regional towns grow and thrive.
• Free pair of glasses for 176 students across West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley from Andrews Labor Victorian government
  One thousand more Victorian students can now see more clearly and concentrate better at school, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government's free Glasses for Kids program.
• Timber shortage from East Gippsland lockdown risks Christmas shortages in medicine and goods
  Chocolate, beer and medicine face massive supply disruptions over Christmas if the nation's largest timber pallet manufacturer is denied access to timber.
• Timber shortage from East Gippsland lockdown risks Christmas shortages in medicine and goods
  Support will focus on restoring Victoria's reputation as a manufacturing powerhouse prioritising support for industries.
• Nature Based Tourism forum for ecotourism revolution hosted by East Gippsland Council on 17 March 2022
  Tourism is changing as travellers become increasingly aware of the impact they have on the places they visit.
• 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.
• Hard waste removal for Latrobe City starts Monday 4 April until 15 April 2022
  Latrobe City Council's twice-yearly booked hard waste collection is set to start on Monday, 2 May.
• Primary schools across East Gippsland encouraged to apply for Lone Pine seedling from Gallipoli
  Successful applicants of Lone Pine seedling to receive the seedlings in time to celebrate the Centenary of the Republic of Turkey.
• Em Rusciano performs at West Gippsland Arts Centre for International Women's Day in March 2022
  International Women's Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women while calling for gender equity and an end to gender-based discrimination and violence.
• Community invited to Candlelight Vigil at Gippsland Performing Arts Centre to remember the women and children lost to family violence across
  The Candlelight Vigil is an opportunity to come together as a community, reflect and take a stand against family violence.
• Sale air show to get flying start for Gippsland in 2022 by Wellington Shire Council
  An event that would give chance to reconnection of former air force colleagues, attract visitors that would also give boost to the economy.
• 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.
• Funding for surf lifesavers throughout Gippsland discussed by Darren Chester and Life Saving Victoria CEO Catherine Greaves
  Discussion with the lifesaving clubs and members for ongoing funding for local surf lifesavers.
• Fair share needed for regional Victoria in 2022-23 Budget
  Regional Victorians are demanding a fair share of the state's spend on hospitals, schools, infrastructure and mental health in the lead up to the State Budget on May 3.
• 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.
• Nationals alternative roadmap for Victoria and Gippsland to reopen, rebuild and recover out of COVID restrictions delivers certainty and positivity
  Victorians are looking for an iron-clad guarantee on the road to reopen, rebuild and recover.
• United front for a new hospital for West Gippsland between Baw Baw Shire Council and West Gippsland Healthcare Group
  Agreement about the new hospital in West Gippsland formalised.
• 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.
• Latrobe City Council helps secure $117M funding for local projects from Victorian 2022/23 budget
  Latrobe City Council thanks the State Government for their investment in local projects as part of the 2022/23 Budget.
• Bairnsdale airport in East Gippsland gets $220,000 federal funding for upgrade
  Bairnsdale Airport will be upgraded thanks to a $220,000 funding boost under Round 2 of the Federal Government's Regional Airports Program.
• New hospital for West Gippsland endorsed by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council has endorsed its full support for a new hospital in West Gippsland.
• Community feedback wanted for South Gippsland Shire Council to develop Community Vision for 2040
  Council is inviting community members to shape the future of South Gippsland by developing the Community Vision for 2040.
• 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.
• Insensitive and brutal $13,631 fine for East Gippsland business alleged COVID breaches by Department of Justice and Community Safety
  Infringements issued by the Department of Justice and Community Safety for alleged COVID breaches have raised the ire of small business owners who have endured the burden of changing compliance complexities for two years.
• 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.
• Federal government backs largest indoor Barramundi aquaculture farm at Latrobe Valley with $30M funding
  The Latrobe Valley will become home to the world's largest indoor barramundi aquaculture farm with a $30 million boost from the federal government.
• Watch for wildlife throughout Gippsland in warmer weather such as Magpies and snakes
  Knowing more about the wildlife and how we can help protect them.
• Federal bushfire fund 'rip off' on East Gippsland must be prevented says Darren Chester
  East Gippsland community groups will be 'ripped off' if the Federal Government doesn't boost the region's allocation under the $280 million 'Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program', according to Federal MP Darren Chester.
• Latrobe City Youth Council inviting new members for 2022
  Latrobe City Youth Council is seeking new members for the 2022 term to build their leadership skills, make new connections and provide input into Council's decision making
• First advocacy strategy adopted by South Gippsland Shire Council after listening and working with local community
  At the 29 June council meeting, council adopted its first Advocacy Strategy and a new Advocacy Priority Project List.
• Free gift vouchers for some of Gippsland's best places to eat, drink and be merry
  Give more meaningful gifts this holiday season, and in doing so give back to the tourism industry which has been doing it tough throughout the pandemic.
• Life saving Victoria awards members from Gippsland at Cape Paterson Surf Life Saving Club
  Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has recognised members from Bass, Gippsland and Peninsula for their outstanding achievements in operations, club services, development, training and sports during season 2021-22 at its Valuing Volunteers events.
• Key plans adopted by South Gippsland Shire council and more
  South Gippsland Council adopted key plans to help them shape up the shire, understanding and delivering community expectations and needs.
• Exemption to current travel restrictions in South Gippsland available to those needing to carry out summer fire preparation activities
  Travel permit applications that take between 2 - 5 business days to process, if sufficient time is not allowed for processing, this will result in your application being rejected.
• Paint Baw Baw REaD Early Years Expo at West Gippsland Arts Centre with author Valerie Jarred on 21 May
  The Baw Baw Egg and the short story have been travelling throughout the Shire, visiting local primary schools, kindergartens and libraries to share the story with Baw Baw youngsters.
• Latrobe City Council Aged Care and Services to undergo significant changes from July 2022
  Council services will undergo significant changes across Latrobe City with council set to transfer the Aged Care and Home and Community Care Program for Younger People services to new providers in July 2022.
• Federal funding of $3 million goes to DefendTex in Gippsland for Australia's first 3D printed space launching rocket boosters
  Funding to conduct Australia's first 3D printed rocket booster for space in Gippsland.
• Victorian election promise for $600M West Gippsland Healthcare Group upgrade from Liberals and Nationals
  Baw Baw Shire Council has welcomed an election promise from the Liberals and Nationals for a $600 million new or upgraded West Gippsland Hospital should they win government.
• Liveability and growth reduced in regional Victoria from highly under-serviced by public transport
  Extreme gaps on regional Victoria's public transportation shows that the government fails to provide a plan for the recovery of the region, making it hard for the region's industry and producers to even lesser productivity and profit.
• 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.
• Latrobe City Transition Taskforce to be established to help minimise the effects of the closure of power stations
  Latrobe City Council is acting now to minimise the significant effects of the closure of power stations upon the municipality in the future.
• 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.
• Limited lockdowns a win for regional communities like Gippsland
  A move to use limited lockdowns, by LGA, gives some long overdue relief and certainty to regional Victorian families, businesses and communities.
• Latrobe City Council calls to preserve Lake Narracan following the closure of Yallourn Power Station in 2028
  Latrobe City Council will make a submission to the State Government calling to preserve Lake Narracan's weir and water levels following the closure of Yallourn Power Station in 2028.
• Latrobe City Council encourages community to connect through culture and recognise Cultural Diversity Week
  Latrobe City Council is encouraging the community to connect through culture this week to recognise Cultural Diversity Week.
• Latrobe City Council submits to inquiry into impacts of Hazelwood and Yallourn power stations closures
  Latrobe City Council will advocate for greater Government support for the municipality to help the region transition with less power stations.
• Latrobe City Council seeks to attract manufacturers for Australian Defence Force to Latrobe Valley
  Latrobe City Council is seeking to raise the City’s manufacturing profile by contacting businesses in the defence supply chain from across Australia, with the intent of attracting new opportunities to the municipality.
• Latrobe City Business Chamber formed to bring together local valley businesses and industry groups
  Latrobe City Council is supporting the creation of a single business association to strengthen the voice of the business community.
• Pandemic-driven property price rises putting the squeeze on Gippsland and other regional home buyers
  Property and rental price hike in regional Victoria, while availability in other areas are dropping.
• Latrobe City to continue to operate the Moe and Yallourn North outdoor pools
  Latrobe City Council will continue to operate the Moe and Yallourn North Outdoor Pools following a review of the 2020/21 season.
• Enrolments for Free TAFE in Gippsland up by 29 percent for 2020
  More than 13,000 jobseekers enrolled in the Andrews Labor Government's Free TAFE initiative across TAFE Gippsland, Box Hill Institute and Chisholm Institute last year, making rewarding career pathways a reality for thousands of Victorians.
• 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.
• Latrobe City celebrates a range of fun over school holidays starting 24 June to 10 July 2022
  From 24 June - 10 July, a range of fun, free and low-cost school holiday activities will be held across Latrobe City Council's libraries, leisure centres, early learning centres and creative venues through the Stay Local program.
• Archibald Prize 2021 has opened at the Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale for next 45 days
  Archibald Prize opens at Gippsland Art Gallery and portraits featured.
• AusNet Services developing infrastructure to support Gippsland Renewable Energy Zone (GREZ) to Wellington Shire Council
  AusNet Services today presented its plans for developing infrastructure to support Gippsland's Renewable Energy Zone (GREZ) to Wellington Shire Council.
• 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.
• 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.
• Woolamai Surf Life Saving clubs in South Gippsland celebrate leadership and achievements of women
  State-wide initiative, lifesavers from across Victoria, banded together in pink on the weekend to celebrate female leadership in lifesaving.
• Latrobe City joins celebration of National Reconciliation Week from 27 May to 3 June 2022
  Be Brave and Make Change happen, Join us in the celebration this National Reconciliation Week.
• How Labor's tax hike will slug Gippsland farmers, families and businesses
  Victorians pay the highest land taxes in Australia, but still the government is hiking them up even further.
• Farmers asked to share their views as East Gippsland Agriculture Sector Advisory Committee finalised
  New appointed committee members and farmers survey completion to better assist the agricultural sector.
• 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.
• Federal assistance of $7 million paid to Gippsland local governments for first quarter 2021-22
  Local governments in Monash have received their first 2021-22 quarterly payment through the Federal Government's Financial Assistance Grant program.
• Latrobe City reminding businesses they can still access help from being affected by COVID-19 pandemic
  Programs that could help local business owners in improving their businesses.
• Latrobe City calls for input into storm and review of flood response to learn lessons for next time
  Storm and flood clean-up program funded by the government to provide service to property owners affected by storm and flooding without any cost.
• 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.
• Latrobe City Council re-opens Cumberland Park kindergarten after negative results for COVID-19
  Identified close contact resulted negative from COVID-19.
• Latrobe City Youth Council encourages healthy eating with 'Fab food marvellous mood' campaign'
  Food campaign to help educate the young people about healthy diet that lead to happier and healthier mental and physical wellness.
• Community feedback on 2022-23 budget submissions for Latrobe City Council closes soon
  Community members are encouraged to have their say on Latrobe City Council's 2022/23 Draft Budget before submissions close on Tuesday 3 May.
• Stadium 4 Cinema Leongatha and Warragul Cinemas get grants of up to $60,000 as part of the $20M SCREEN Fund
  Morrison Government's support for the recovery of the arts and entertainment sector in Monash, with $120,000 awarded to two cinemas.
• 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.
• Omeo Caravan Park remedial works get high priority from East Gippsland Shire Council so opened in time for Easter
  East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to having the Omeo Caravan Park reopened in time for Easter.
• Latrobe City preschool children support people living with Motor Neurone disease
  Fund raising activity to support and raise awareness for the debilitating diseases, Frontotemporal Dementia and Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
• Victorian Nationals continue to stand with regional Victorians who are committed to action on climate change
  The Victorian Nationals continue to stand with regional Victorians who are committed to action on climate change.
• Lighting up winter sports in Drouin Bellbird Park Oval and Trafalgar Recreation Reserve
  Winter sports have been illuminated in Drouin and Trafalgar thanks to three significant lighting upgrades delivered by Baw Baw Shire Council.
• 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.
• Latrobe City Council announces community representatives for safety committee
  Council announcing the representative of the new community safety committee.
• Safer speed limit for Forge creek Road in East Gippsland to reduce its unenviable crash and trauma record
  A new 80km/h speed limit will be introduced on Forge Creek Road from Monday, August 23, to help tackle its unenviable crash and trauma record.
• GippSport gets $849,930 to support young disengaged Gippslanders from federal government's Safer Communities Fund
  A program to support disengaged young people has received a funding boost thanks to the Federal Government.
• Dog friendly holiday accommodation in Gippsland when planning your next family break
  Dog lovers, think beyond accommodation where you're permitted to bring your dog, to next-level pooch-dedicated resorts.
• Russell Northe encourages community support for Gippsland hospice at Churchill in Latrobe Valley
  Online petition for state government to consider and explore opportunities to build a hospice in the local community.
• Residents invited to give feedback on South Gippsland's Community Vision project
  South Gippsland residents are invited to get involved in shaping up the community vision project of the council.
• Parks Minister Lily D'Ambrosio should apologise to East Gippsland businesses for slow response to repair bushfire damage
  New staff to help repair infrastructure damaged during the two-year ago bushfires has finally been announced.
• Darren Chester encourages eligible Gippslanders to get vaccinated
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging eligible Gippslanders to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
• 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.
• Bairnsdale Airport gets $340,000 grant for water main upgrade from federal Regional Airports Program and East Gippsland Shire Council
  Work is underway at Bairnsdale Airport to replace the site's ageing water mains.
• Nominate a local hero for East Gippsland Shire Australia Day Awards
  Perfect time to shine a spotlight on an unsung hero who has made a positive contribution to our community.
• Chelle Destefano of Wonthaggi gets Federal Regional Arts Fund Project grant strengthen artistic and creative practice
  Funding that will provide opportunities for artists and arts workers to cultivate creative community.
• 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.
• 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.
• Noojee nominated as finalist in 2022 Top Tourism Town Awards by Victoria Tourism Industry Council
  Baw Baw Shire's beloved town of Noojee has been announced as a finalist in a highly-prized annual tourism awards program. All residents are encouraged to vote now to help Noojee take out the top accolade.
• Archibald prize 2021 to be hosted by Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale in October
  Australia's favourite art award, the prestigious Archibald Prize for portraiture is coming to Gippsland.
• Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation joins One Gippsland as local voice of Aboriginal people
  One Gippsland has welcomed an important new member with the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) joining the Board to help drive a more inclusive agenda across Gippsland.
• Erica Country Expo 2022 major success as crowds celebrate good old country fun
  Excited visitors and locals have flocked to celebrate the Erica Country Expo, a community-led event and the first of its kind to be held in the local region.
• Municipal monitor appointed for 2021 South Gippsland Shire Election to restore confidence
  A municipal monitor will be appointed to Council following the election in late October.
• Sharon Jervis, Jane Ponting and other locals thanked for East Gippsland Community Vision 2040 contribution
  East Gippsland residents who contributed to the development of the Community Vision 2040 earlier this year were on Tuesday celebrated for their contribution to the community.
• Update on Esso Carbon Capture Usage and Storage (CCUS) projects in Gippsland to help reduce Carbon Dioxide emissions
  The Committee for Gippsland's Gippsland Hydrogen Cluster hosted a presentation from Esso Australia in Sale last week, updating members on Esso's Carbon Capture Usage and Storage (CCUS) projects.
• 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.
• Sandhill Road Reserve protects endangered Gippsland Red Gum Grassy Woodland vegetation
  A project to restore land at Stratford once used for cattle grazing to a nature reserve, is now ready for the public to enjoy thanks to a collaboration between Wellington Shire Council and Avon Landcare Group.
• Young Archie 2021 exhibition now open at Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale
  Gippslanders will get a unique first look at Australia's oldest and most prestigious art award when the Archibald Prize opens in Sale next week.
• Give your view on vaccines passports to Russell Broadbent for South and West Gippsland
  Invitation to share your thought and concerns about the vaccination passports
• List of the best things to see in Gippsland for spring 2021
  Spring is an amazing time to visit Gippsland with the fragrant gardens, thunderous waterfalls, and outdoor wanderings, events that are surely a must see.
• Free adaptable community training in South Gippsland to recover from challenges of 2020
  Free workshops for the community to join to help their organisations for more success.
• Federal budget 2022-23 and the plan to strengthen West and South Gippsland
  Summaries of 2022-23 budget and funding across West and South Gippsland.
• Worker shortage will derail Victorian and Gippsland farms and agriculture businesses
  The Andrews Labor Government has failed to step up to the plate to solve a desperate shortage of workers across Victorian farms and agriculture businesses.
• 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.
• Summer fun at Latrobe City libraries with Return Yourself to the Library and 'Big Summer Read' programs
  Encouraging children not to just go back to the library but also to borrow and read books.
• Landfill tender for South Gippsland out this weekend
  Transfer stations and hard waste collection services to start on 3 July.
• Funding of $500M for road and infrastructure in West and Central Gippsland via Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  More road and community infrastructure projects will be rolled out across Monash, thanks to a further $500 million in funding for the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.
• 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.
• Cancellations in Victorian public transport like Vline in Gippsland could be avoided with rapid testing for COVID
  Victoria's public transport to be disrupted by underpreparedness of the system.
• Demolishing of Latrobe City Visitor Information Centre building decision triggers community meeting
  Council attended a meeting organised and led by the community to discuss the future of the Latrobe Visitor Information Centre building, the former Methodist Church.
• Damning picture of illegal drug use across Melbourne and regional Victoria Data painted by Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission
  Injecting room in the wrong location as the government's response on their neglect on the triple zero emergency service and failure to plan on Victoria's health workforce.
• Victorian Electoral Commission calls for candidates for the upcoming South Gippsland Shire Council election from 16 September 2021
  Nominations to stand as a candidate for the South Gippsland Shire Council general election open on Thursday 16 September.
• 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.
• Sarah Nation, Terry Russell and Sian Lawler winners of 2022 #LOVEGIPPSLAND calendar photos
  Local MP Darren Chester has announced the three winners of the 2022 #lovegippsland calendar competition.
• Great Alpine Road and Paynesville Road voted worst regional roads in Victoria in preliminary results
  Preliminary results from a state-wide survey show two roads in East Gippsland are in the top three worst regional roads in Victoria.
• Federal budget 2022-23 will drive economic growth for towns and communities in West and South Gippsland
  Significant funding commitments in the 2022-23 Budget will drive the growth of towns and communities across Monash, creating jobs and driving our economic growth into the future.
• 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.
• Women in Business event to be held at West Gippsland Arts Centre on 17 June 2022
  Baw Baw Shire Council will host a Women in Business event featuring Olivia White and a panel of outstanding local businesswomen for an evening full of inspiration and valuable advice to help local women meet their business goals.
• 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.
• Robert Burns of Churchill promotes Latrobe City for 20 years as volunteer at local visitor information centre
  Latrobe City Council has commemorated the contribution of a volunteer who has given 20 years of service.
• Easter feast of events in the Middle of Everywhere are set to kick off in Wellington Shire this April 2022
  From aviation and fashion to arts and music, with plenty for food and wine lovers to enjoy, the calendar of events will provide an economic boost to the region.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) will be more accessible for Gippslanders starting November 2022
  Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed the announcement of the deregulation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Licensing as part of the Federal Budget.
• Celebrate and shop locally in Latrobe CIty as part of Main Streets of Australia Week from 16 to 22 May 2022
  Latrobe City Council is celebrating Main Streets of Australia Week from 16 - 22 May, encouraging the community to support small businesses by shopping local.
• Conversion of Lakes Entrance landfill to transfer station by East Gippsland Shire Council near completion
  East Gippsland Shire Council's investment to turn the landfill in Lakes Entrance into a transfer station
• 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.
• 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).
• Application open for grants to find low cost ways for Gippsland farmers to measure carbon in soil
  Grants of between $100,000 and $20 million are now open for innovators in Monash for projects to lower the cost of measuring carbon stored in soil.
• 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.
• Facts on euthanasia of Walter the dog cleared up CEO of South Gippsland Shire Council Kerryn Ellis
  A statement from South Gippsland Shire Council Chief Executive Officer, Kerryn Ellis.
• Urgent need to invest into neglected and crumbling Victorian regional roads stated in key report from Infrastructure Australia
  A new report, released today, makes a mockery of the Victorian Roads Minister's claim that our state's road network is now 'safer and smoother'.
• Key dates when running as a councillor in South Gippsland Shire Council election 2021
  Local council election key dates.
• Funding applications open for new $3M Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) federal program
  The Morrison Government is investing more than $1 billion into the arts and creative sector in 2021‑22.
• No more excuses for bushfire recovery delays in East Gippsland from Andrews Labor government
  All levels of government have been challenged to stop making excuses and get on with the job of delivering bushfire recovery projects in East Gippsland.
• 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.
• Tinamba Hotel joins 2022 hatted restaurant party alongside Sodafish, Hogget Kitchen and Sardine Dining
  That hat looks good on you. All the Gippsland hats from the 2022 Australian Good Food Guide Awards.
• Roadside blackberry weed control for Macalister Irrigation District, Gippsland Lakes and Dargo areas in Wellington Shire
  Program that reduces the spread of blackberry on the roadsides of Wellington Shire to protect the agricultural resources.
• Free camping plan along crown river frontages sparks bushfire concern for Gippsland and regional Victoria
  Figures reported this week show Forest Fire Management Victoria attended 1435 bushfires in the last financial year - 860 were caused by unattended campfires.
• 'Shop local' and support small businesses to keep our Gippsland economy and community thriving
  Importance of buying locally made products is that it helps the small businesses thrive.
• Steph Ryan says Victoria's recovery roadmap must have hope for regional hospitality venues that are on their knees
  Victoria's roadmap to recovery must include hope for regional hospitality venues that are on their knees.
• Community assurance in Latrobe City required as AGL Demerger dismissed
  Latrobe City Council is calling for community certainty after AGL Energy revoked its demerger plan to split its generator and retailer arms into AGL Australia and Accel Energy.
• 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.
• Staying Alive driver expo at Leongatha Recreation Reserve to educate South Gippsland Shire students on road safety
  On Thursday 16 June, students from several South Gippsland secondary schools attended the 'Staying Alive' Driver Expo at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve.
• Please don't hang up when the Latrobe City Council Community Satisfaction Survey calls
  Latrobe City Council residents may soon receive a phone call inviting them to participate in the Victorian Government's annual Community Satisfaction Survey, undertaken by National Field Services.
• 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.
• Community feedback wanted on draft Economic Development Strategy 2022 from East Gippsland Council
  East Gippsland Shire Council would like feedback on its economic strategy, which takes into consideration businesses working to bounce back from the economic hits of the past few years and establish the 'new normal' in the COVID-19 era.
• Civil engineering scholarship $10,000 grant for Federation University Gippsland campus from Wellington Shire Council
  Wellington Shire Council offering a $10,000 scholarship to a local student undertaking civil engineering studies at Federation University's Gippsland campus.
• Latrobe Valley Jobs Fair in Morwell on 10 March to bring job seekers and employment providers together
  Job seekers from across the Gippsland Employment Region will have the chance to chat to employers face to face when the Morrison Government's Latrobe Valley.
• Latrobe Valley Blue Hydrogen project gets $2.98M support from federal government and Latrobe City Council
  Latrobe City Council welcomes the federal government's $2.98 million commitment to the Latrobe Valley Blue Hydrogen project by Zero Degrees Rosella.
• Screening 'Remote Connections' by Bass Coast Shire Council and Gippsland Disability Advocacy was huge hit
  Council encourages you to get a cup of tea or coffee, sit back and relax whilst you watch 14 Bass Coast residents discuss their experiences over the next 50 minutes.
• 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.
• 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.
• Baw Baw shire businesses take out prestigious Gippsland Business Awards 2021
  Businesses across Baw Baw and the region have been recognised for their outstanding contribution and achievements
• LED tactile paving installed in Trafalgar's street intersection footpath by Regional Roads Victoria is a first for Gippsland
  Safety for pedestrians and drivers are being enhanced through the LED tactile paving.
• Latrobe Valley Bus Lines to introduce electric busses as part of $20M three-year zero emissions trial
  Latrobe Valley Bus Lines will introduce the first electric bus in 2022, which is expected to travel on nine existing bus routes across the Latrobe Valley.
• 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.
• Federal funding boost to upgrade Traralgon-Maffra road across Latrobe City and Wellington Shire
  Major upgrades for road improvements and driver's safety.
• Proposal to improve pedestrian safety at St Ita's Primary School to Regional Roads Victoria endorsed by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council proposed pedestrian school crossing at St. Ita's primary school.
• Federal government will fund $182 million of road and rail works in Gippsland during 2022-23
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (pictured) says the Federal Government will fund $182 million worth of road and rail work in the region during the 2022-23 financial year.
• 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.
• Misinformation on Coal Creek Community Park Museum dispelled by South Gippsland Shire Council Mayor, Mohya Davies
  Mayor Cr Davies dispels misinformation going around Coal Creek Park and Museum.
• Plan an Alpine summer holiday in Gippsland for 2021/22
  Fresh mountain air, explore twisty rivers, shady forests and welcoming alpine villages.
• Help catalogue biodiversity in Latrobe City as part of Great Southern BioBlitz 2021
  The hunt is on to catalogue and celebrate Latrobe City's biodiversity as the Great Southern BioBlitz 2021 blooms across the hemisphere.
• 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.
• Second Sandhill Ashes on 3 April 2022 at Sarsfield Cricket Ground - funniest match of cricket in Gippsland
  The greatly anticipated second instalment of the Sandhill Ashes event is fast approaching.
• Three new breweries in from Orbost, Warragul and Traralgon helping put Gippsland on the beer lover's map
  Three new breweries in Gippsland for you to visit.
• Calling on local volunteers to register or nominate for East Gippsland Volunteer Honour Roll
  Council is calling on volunteers to register or nominate for the East Gippsland Volunteer Honour Roll.
• Tilly's Dream and Churchill North Primary School in Latrobe City get $110,000 boost for child care services
  Two childcare providers in the Latrobe Valley have received a welcome funding boost to meet the needs of local families.
• Latrobe Valley Ladder Step Up program celebrates fourth year getting young people engaged in education, training and employment
  Over the past four years, Ladder program participants have achieved outstanding outcomes, re-engaged in education, employment, and training.
• Federal government provides $131.8M for local road maintenance in West and Central Gippsland under the Roads to Recovery funding
  Local road maintenance in Monash will receive a boost thanks to funding under the Australian government's Roads to Recovery Program.
• Seaspray Surf Life Saving Club made it Women's Open and Under 19 Beach Flags events in 2022 Australian Lifesaving Championships
  Seven Seaspray Surf Life Saving Club athletes have returned home from the 2022 Australian Lifesaving Championships with plenty of results to make themselves and their club proud.
• Work on Omeo Mountain Bike Park starts in East Gippsland
  Hopeful for the stage two funding to be announced as works in Omeo Bike park starts on Friday.
• Farming for Success 2022 conference at Laurels Function Centre at the Sale Turf Club on 8 March 2022
  Diverse stories of innovation and growth in the agriculture industry were detailed at the Farming for Success 2022 conference hosted by Wellington Shire Council this week.
• 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.
• Kindergarten registration for 2023 in South Gippsland Shire now open
  Three-year-old and four-year-old kindergarten registration for 2023 opens Sunday 1 May.
• Funding to support that landcare facilitator roles in Gippsland and Eastern Victoria
  Funding to support facilitator jobs that would help improve landcare and biodiversity.
• Redevelopment underway in Guide Park in Wonthaggi with $700,000 from Sports and Recreation Victoria and $350,000 from the 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.
• 'Buy local' for Australian Made Week and support our regional Victorian manufacturers
  Renewed push to capture new opportunities in manufacturing and drive alternative career paths in regional Victoria as part of Australian Made Week this week.
• Celebrate the important role volunteers play in our community at Volunteer recognition events hosted by East Gippsland Shire Council
  National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to celebrate the important role volunteers play in our community.
• Snowy River railway trestle bridge will boost tourism for East Gippsland
  Council working and supporting the locals in the restoration of the trestle bridge that will give long-term benefits for the community.
• Haunted Hills Mountain Bike Park trails in Moe to be further extended via Regional Tourism Investment Fund
  Victorian Government is supporting the extension of a popular mountain bike track in Gippsland.
• Federal government' Financial Assistance Grant 2021-22 second payment for Bass Coast, Baw Baw, Latrobe City and South Gippsland Shire Councils
  Local governments in Monash have received their second 2021-22 quarterly payment through the Federal Government's Financial Assistance Grant program.
• Latrobe Literary Festival at Traralgon Library with Hugh McGinlay & Esmerelda, Stephen Johnson and Vikki Petraitis from 17-28 May 2022
  Bookmark the 17th through 28th of May for this year's mind-morphing Latrobe Literary Festival.
• Stars align in Latrobe Valley as Women's Big Bash Cricket featuring home-grown Nicole Faltum heads to Moe
  The Big Bash summer of cricket will sizzle in the City of Latrobe with the Melbourne Stars to make their WBBL debut at Moe's Ted Summerton Oval on October 23 and 24.
• Latrobe Valley Authority (LVA) gets $7.5M additional funding via Victorian Ladder - Step Up program to create more jobs
  The Andrews Labor government will keep helping create more jobs in the Latrobe Valley, with another $7.5 million investment in the Latrobe Valley Authority (LVA).
• Bowls Victorian Open to be held in Latrobe City on 25 March to 2 April 2023
  Bowls Victoria, together with Latrobe City Council, are incredibly excited to officially announce a landmark 5-year agreement for the staging of the Victorian Open, commencing March 2023.
• Planning Institute of Australia award for improving planning processes won by East Gippsland Shire Council
  East Gippsland Shire Council and Brimbank City Council have jointly won a Planning Institute of Australia award for improving planning processes.
• Darren Chester campaigns to save the Lakes Entrance rotunda from an ill-conceived East Gippsland Shire Council plan
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is campaigning to save the Lakes Entrance rotunda from an ill-conceived East Gippsland Shire Council plan.
• 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.
• Community sponsorship now available for events and ambassadorships in Baw Baw Shire until 8 August 2022
  Applications are now open for individuals and not-for-profit sporting/community groups for funding through council's Community Sponsorship program for activities that support vibrant social and community outcomes.
• Great Southern Rail Trail to be extended with $6 million funding from Regional Infrastructure Fund
  Boosting tourism while creating jobs for the locals through the Gippsland track and trails project.
• Free online session on making community more resilient with Andrew Leigh and South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Kerryn Ellis
  Q&A session with Andrew Leigh, author of Reconnected - A Community Builder's Handbook.
• Attend Continyou event for free for conversations on community growth, resilience and inspiration at West Gippsland Arts Centre 21 June 2022
  Baw Baw Shire Council to host two inspiring events to promote community resilience at West Gippsland Arts Centre on 21 June 2022.
• Lakes Entrance Aquadome wins 2022 Small Facility Management Award at Aquatic and Recreation Victoria Industry Awards
  The Lakes Entrance Aquadome came out on top at the recent Aquatic and Recreation Victoria Industry Awards.
• Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation and Latrobe City Council to create opportunities for local aboriginal community
  Program that will focus on creating employment opportunities for Aboriginal community members to reconnect with the Country and develop and share their skills and knowledge.
• Businesses and employees participation wanted in 2022 Business and Industry Survey by Bass Coast Shire Council which is open until Monday 23 May
  Bass Coast Shire Council's 2022 Business and Industry Survey is now open. We are calling on our 3,200 businesses, employing almost 11,000 people to participate in the survey.
• 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.
• Latrobe Valley has four times higher drug crimes than Ballarat where a Drug Court is located but has not Drug Court itself says Russell Northe
  Member for Morwell Russell Northe has this week in Parliament questioned Premier Daniel Andrews on when a Magistrates Drug Court might be established in the Latrobe Valley.
• Rates notices issued in South Gippsland Shire
  Contact the rate team for your revenue rates and concerns.
• Community consultation starts for $2M Mallacoota streetscape upgrade
  Community consultation to upgrade the Mallacoota streetscape.
• Disaster assistance from federal funding for Bass Coast and South Gippsland after severe storms
  Financial support now available to local governments in Bass Coast and Gippsland.
• 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.
• Rowenna Dunn announced as new manager for the West Gippsland Arts Centre
  Announcement of Rowenna Dunn as new manager of West Gippsland Arts Centre.
• Anthony Basford re-appointed as Chief Executive Officer for East Gippsland Shire Council
  Council reappoints Anthony Basford as East Gippsland Shire Council Chief Executive Officer.
• Still time to nominate local heroes for 2022 Bass Coast Australia Day Awards for Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year
  There is still time to nominate your local heroes for the 2022 Bass Coast Australia Day Awards for Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year.
• Feedback wanted on Environment Sustainability Strategy form East Gippsland Council
  East Gippsland Shire Council has released its draft Environment Sustainability Strategy 2022-2032 for community comment.
• Top 12 best summer activities with kids in Gippsland for 2022
  Summertime with the fam is the best time, and there are so many activities for the kids, family and kids to enjoy.
• Community feedback wanted on draft Unlocking Rural Tourism Strategy 2022 by Bass Coast Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council is seeking feedback on its draft Unlocking Rural Tourism Strategy.
• Darren Chester attends 2022 Mother's day Classic in Sale around Lake Guthridge
  Remembering loved ones through charity runs.
• Major mixed-use development in Paynesville town centre to give major economy boost
  The development in the town centre represents a new era for Paynesville, providing additional commercial floor space and apartment living that will bring new activity and vitality to the town.
• Darren Chester says Latrobe Valley owed explanation from Dan Andrews on failed promise for 500 electric vehicle manufacturing jobs
  Latrobe Valley community wants to know why members of the parliament refuse to participate in a local task force.
• Stony Creek Racecourse with live music and local market stalls in South Gippsland on 19 February 2022
  Relax and unwind at the gorgeous Stony Creek Racecourse on 19 February with live music in local market stalls!
• 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.
• Feedback invited on Rural Land Use Strategy from East Gippsland Shire Council
  Council inviting the community to send their feedback for the rural land use strategy.
• Budget and financial plan for 2021/22 adopted by South Gippsland Shire Council
  Budget and financial planning 2021-22.
• Federal funding boost to upgrade Bengworden Road in East Gippsland
  Upgrades for safety and improved driving conditions that will also help support local jobs.
• Innovation centre boosts the Latrobe Valley economy
  Innovation centre that helps in boosting the creation of jobs and the region's economy, supporting the development that is beneficial to the valley.
• Tickets on sale for Archibald Prize exhibition in October at Gippsland Art Gallery
  Tickets on sale for Archibald Prize at Gippsland Art Gallery.
• Five reasons to get to Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort in Gippsland this winter
  Resort where kids can learn to ski or snowboard, or for the family to spend the holiday to.
• 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.
• Pop-up program from Baw Baw Shire Council is back and starts 17 March 2022 in Thorpdale
  Baw Baw Shire Council's popular Council Pop-up program is back for 2022, taking council and staff on the road to speak to locals where they live.
• Applications open for Deputy Chair and Committee member positions at Regional Development Australia
  Applications are invited for Deputy Chair and Committee member positions at Regional Development Australia.
• The Disability Gateway is new one-stop shop for support to people in Gippsland with a disability
  People with disability can now access support team which includes information, programs and support available.
• Peter Walsh says rapid testing will help Melbourne and regions in Victoria like Gippsland open up and stay open
  Rapid COVID-19 testing as the key to put Victoria back on track.
• Workshops on glass making, truffle hunting basket weaving and cooking by Gippsland operators
  Explore other towns in Gippsland, with workshops that are set to free up your creativity.
• Landcare Australia gets bushfire environmental recovery boost of $3.8 million from federal wildlife and habitat recovery for East Gippsland
  Nearly 20 projects in East Gippsland will receive funding to aid the recovery of native wildlife and habitat severely impacted by the 2019/20 black summer bushfires.
• Grants and sponsorships from $2,000 to $20,000 available for events, capital works, equipment and wellbeing projects
  Community organisations will have the chance to garner funding support when round two of Latrobe City Council's Community Grant and Sponsorship program opens on 31 January.
• 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.
• New website to showcase East Gippsland
  A new website that will improve the East Gippsland visitor experience is now live.
• Carol Blair from San Remo is 2022 Bass Coast Citizen of the Year
  Bass Coast Shire Council announced the winner of its 2022 Bass Coast Citizen of the Year at a presentation on Wednesday, 19 January.
• 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.
• Lower speeds reduce to 40 km/hr in Latrobe City CBD's to improve safety
  Speed limits will be reduced to 40 kilometres per hour across the central business districts.
• Come sing with Latrobe Valley Community Choir and our new music director Dr Kevin Cameron
  We are excited to be returning to in person rehearsals on Tuesday nights, with our new Music Director Dr Kevin Cameron
• Community grants, drop-in sessions feedback and more from South Gippsland Shire Council
  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!
• Another horror month from VLine from commuters on Gippsland trains
  V/Line's reliability plummeted to a record low last month, including on train lines to Gippsland and Bairnsdale.
• Reinstate density limits and not patron caps for safe reopening of regional hospitality venues
  Victorian Government has been urged to reinstate density limits, not patron caps, for the safe reopening of regional hospitality venues
• Mirboo North Pool reopens with updated facilities from $3.6M low interest loan from Community Sports Infrastructure Loans Victorian government scheme
  Mirboo North's updated pool facilities are open in time for summer fun, thanks to a community sports loan from the Victorian Government.
• 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.
• 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.
• Bass Coast competitors return to Life Saving Victoria 2022 Motorsport inflatable rescue boat premiership season
  Life Saving Victoria's (LSV's) 2022 TRE Motorsport inflatable rescue boat (IRB) Premiership Season.
• 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.
• 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.
• Public notices to stay public in a win for country newspapers and regional communities
  The state Labor government's attempt to hide government changes from regional communities and axe an important source of revenue for local newspapers has been stopped by The Nationals in Victorian Parliament.
• Baw Baw Shire celebrates NAIDOC week with special events from 03 to 10 July 2022
  From Sunday 3 July to Sunday 10 July, NAIDOC Week events are happening across Baw Baw Shire to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Worsening Victorian healthcare crisis and hospital workforce neglect has left another Gippsland family in mourning
  Tragically another Victorian has died as he waited more than three hours on an ambulance stretcher for emergency care.
• Incredible cruising adventures around Wilsons Promontory in Gippsland for 2022
  Discover Wilsons Promontory from the water, come and join the adventure visiting this incredible national park
• More jobs in Latrobe Valley as Govhub opens for business
  GovHub to open and create more jobs in the community and support economic growth.
• Sandhill Ashes new date - Sunday 10 April 2022 from 11am at the Sarsfield Cricket Ground (SCG)
  Sandhill Ashes community cricket moving its event date.
• Bass Coast Shire Council receives Excellence Award in 2022 Australian HR Awards as public sector employer of choice
  Bass Coast Shire Council is excited to share that the organisation has received national recognition in the 2022 Australian HR Awards.
• Russell Northe argues for more funding projects in Latrobe Valley be included in Andrews Labor government Victorian 2022-23 budget
  Member for Morwell, Russell Northe says he is hopeful of a number of projects in the Morwell electorate being funded through the state governments budget which is handed down next Tuesday 3 May.
• Art Resource Collective (ARC) in Yinnar celebrates its 40 years with $3,000 grant from Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism program
  The Art Resource Collective (Arc) in Yinnar will mark 40 years with support from the Federal Government.
• Bass Coast competitors return to Life Saving Victoria 2022 Motorsport inflatable rescue boat premiership season
  Inflatable rescue boat (IRB) racing competitors from Venus Bay and Inverloch Surf Life Saving Clubs (SLSCs) returned to the Surf Coast on Sunday for Life Saving Victoria's 2022 TRE Motorsport inflatable rescue boat (IRB) Premiership Season.
• 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.
• Food relief across the Latrobe Valley funded $16,700 from Food Relief Financial Reserve
  The Victorian Government is ensuring those who are doing it tough during the pandemic can continue putting a meal on the table, with funding to deliver food to Victorians who need it most.
• List of best Victorian beaches to visit this summer in Gippsland
  Tips for your Gippsland beach discovery bucket list for you to visit and have fun with friends and family.
• 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.
• Nominations are now open for 2022 Australia day awards
  Nominations are now open for the 2022 Australia Day Local Government Awards, nominations will only be accepted via the official forms, no other formats will be accepted.
• Community consultation opens on 4 April 2022 on Baw Baw Shire Council draft asset plan
  Council encouraging the community to get involved and send their feedback on the draft Asset Plan the plan.
• Nominations are now open for the 2022 Bass Coast Australia Day Award
  Nominations for Bass Coast Australia Day 2022 Awards.
• Applications open for community groups to plan Australia Day events and activities in Wellington Shire
  Funding is now available to help community groups plan Australia Day events and activities in Wellington Shire.
• Black Spot program funded nearly $3 million for three projects in Baw Baw, Bass Coast and South Gippsland Shires for 2020-21
  Installation of safety barriers and safety upgrades such as lighting, signage, traffic lights and roundabouts in Sand Road/Princes Way as part of the government's Black Spot Program.
• 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.
• Victorian system in crisis: More mental health workers needed to meet regional and metro demand
  Today's mental health announcement from the Andrews Labor Government doesn't go anywhere near far enough to address Victoria's shadow pandemic.
• Honouring the Vietnam Veterans and Veterans Motorcycle Club of Gippsland Chapter
  Member for Monash Russell Broadbent and Member for Narracan Gary Blackwood, honouring the Vietnam Veterans and Veterans Motorcycle Club - Gippsland Chapter.
• 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.
• No more excuses for Victorian Labor to delay worker fix for Gippsland farmers
  The Andrews Labor Government has run out of excuses to delay fixing Victoria's farm worker shortage, after the Federal Government today confirmed details of Australia's ag visa program.
• Hopeful return of full duck season in Victoria for 2022 says Tim Bull
  The Nationals Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull said 2022 will hopefully see the return of a full duck season in Victoria.
• Nominations for Wellington Shire Council 2022 Australia Day Awards closing soon
  Time is fast running out to nominate a person or group for recognition in Wellington Shire Council's 2022 Australia Day Awards.
• Timber innovation boost of $219.5M will build confidence for at-risk Victorian by creating jobs and investment sustainable technologies
  A $219.5 million boost for innovation and research in Australia's forestry sector today is a badly needed vote of confidence in Victorian jobs that State Labor is hellbent on destroying.
• 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.
• Nominations open to for young people for 2022 Youth Council in Wellington Shire
  Wellington Shire Council is calling on young people who want to have a greater say and help build a strong and inclusive community, to nominate for 2022 Youth Council.
• Dedicated hospice facility in the Latrobe Valley back on the agenda with the help of Russell Northe
  Member for Morwell Russell Northe has this week in parliament called upon the Health Minister and the Government to commit to establishing a dedicated hospice facility in the Latrobe Valley.
• 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.
• Celebrate Parks Week in Wellington Shire with stacks of events for children and families
  Wellington Shire's popular parks and open spaces will host a jam-packed calendar of events to celebrate Parks Week from 5 to 13 March.
• 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.
• Number of planning applications is good news for economic growth in East Gippsland
  East Gippsland Shire Council is supporting the region's economic growth through well-considered planning decisions.
• Five remote areas get improved mobile phone coverage in East Gippsland
  Five remote areas in East Gippsland will receive improved mobile phone coverage thanks to Federal Government funding.
• Low indigenous vaccination rates risk widening the gap in Latrobe Valley and Gippsland
  Vaccine hesitancy and testing hesitancy in Victoria's Indigenous communities' risks pushing people further into disadvantage under the Andrews Labor Government's plan to offer more freedoms to people who are fully-vaccinated.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Steph Ryan will not be seeking re-election at 2022 Victorian election in November
  Member for Euroa and Deputy Leader of The Nationals Steph Ryan MP will not be contesting her seat at the 2022 Victorian election in November.
• Authors Heather Morris and Lorraine Smith to present at Latrobe City libraries
  Latrobe City Libraries will host two author talks in February, including a return to in-person events.
• Justice Melinda Richards of the Victorian Supreme Court shuts down the majority of timber harvesting in East Gippsland
  A decision by Justice Richards in the Supreme Court yesterday has delivered a shocking Christmas blow to timber industry workers in East Gippsland.
• More ambulances and paramedics for Latrobe Valley from Andrews Labor government
  More ambulances and paramedics for the Latrobe Valley to ensure locals get the best care.
• 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.
• Mountain bike trails at Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort are now open and perfect activity in Gippsland over summer
  Biking season at Mt Baw Baw is now open, with essential bookings suited for your convenience.
• Over $270,000 of federal funding for indigenous projects in East Gippsland
  Three Indigenous programs in East Gippsland will benefit from funding as part of the Federal Government's Indigenous Advancement Strategy.
• Beekeepers share the buzz about access to Colquhoun Forest, near Nowa Nowa in East Gippsland
  East Gippsland Councillors joined the Victorian Apiarists' Association and Gippsland Apiarist Association on a field tour of beekeeping sites.
• Community feedback wanted on draft Social and Affordable Housing Strategy from South Gippsland Council
  Council seeks community feedback on draft Social and Affordable Housing Strategy to ensure South Gippslanders can afford a home.
• 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.
• Independent MPs help Labor make it harder to own a home in the Latrobe Valley and Gippsland
  Independent MPs have joined with Labor MPs to pass a new housing tax.
• Benetas appointed as aged care provider for both Baw Baw Shire and Latrobe City starting 1 July 2022
  Baw Baw Shire Council's Home Support Program and Home and Community Care Program for Younger People are set to transition to new appointed providers in July 2022.
• Explore your backyard online this National Water Week with East Gippsland Water
  Join us in an online learning festival to celebrate the national water week.
• Nominate a local Baw Baw Shire legend for a 2022 Australia Day Award
  Nominations for the 2022 Australia Day Awards are now open and close at 5pm on Monday 22 November 2021.
• Easing of COVID-19 restrictions from midnight 22 April 2022 welcomed by Wellington Shire Council
  Wellington Shire Council has welcomed the State Government announcement that Covid-19 pandemic restrictions will be eased as of midnight tonight.
• Macalister Resilience and Critical Infrastructure project gets $2.5M federal funding to improve pathway to Gippsland water security
  The Macalister Resilience and Critical Infrastructure project will receive $2.5 million in federal government funding.
• Call to federal government to extend funding for the HeadtoHelp (H2H) program in Gippsland
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is calling on the Federal Government to extend funding for the HeadtoHelp (H2H) program in Gippsland.
• Anglicare Victoria continues to supporting young people in Latrobe Valley stay away from crime via Youth Crime Prevention Grants program
  Through the Andrews Labor Government Youth Crime Prevention Grants program (YCPG), Anglicare Victoria has been awarded $350,000 to continue helping young people find pathways away from offending.
• Traralgon South Recreation Reserve upgraded with $340,584 from the Latrobe Valley Authority and $312,202 from Latrobe City Council
  After a brief construction adjournment, the courts are back in session at the Traralgon South Recreation Reserve.
• Morwell food manufacturing precinct receives $10M funding from Victorian government that will give boost for Gippsland
  Ahead of this week's State Budget the Committee for Gippsland (C4G) has welcomed the state government's $10 million investment into the Morwell Manufacturing Precinct.
• Farm gate trails offering taste-led tours for locals and tourist for East Gippsland
  Taste-led tours lets the region showcase high-quality Gippsland beef and excellent wild-caught seafood, along with quality wines, craft beer, olives and olive oil, chocolate and condiments.
• 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.
• Australia day awards for 2020 nominations open for people that have gone above and beyond in South Gippsland Shire
  Nominations are now open for the South Gippsland Australia Day Awards.
• Baw Baw Shire local roads network improvement gets $11.21M boost in funding for 2022/23 from council
  Baw Baw Shire Council's budget investment for local roads improvement.
• Special Charge Scheme to raise $400,000 for South Bairnsdale Industrial Estate to unlock investment in East Gippsland
  East Gippsland Shire Council has declared a Special Charge Scheme to help fund an upgrade to the water supply at the South Bairnsdale Industrial Estate and allow the precinct to reach its full potential.
• Congratulations to Fiona Weigall for making Victorian Top 50 Public Sector Women as a General Manager in East Gippsland Shire Council
  The IPAA Victoria Top 50 Public Sector Women was announced at a function in Melbourne on Friday. Fiona said it was humbling to be recognised among the state's leading public sector female leaders.
• Need for a Drug Court to be established Latrobe Valley highlighted by Russell Northe
  Member for Morwell, Russell Northe has again highlighted in State Parliament the need for a Drug Court to be established in the Latrobe Valley.
• 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.
• Darren Chester challenges Victorian Labor politicians to reject plan to shut down timber industry in Gippsland
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is challenging Victorian Labor politicians to reject the Andrews Government plan to shut down the native hardwood timber industry by 2030.
• Bellbird Park soccer pitch gets $800,000 funding from Victorian government through Local Sports Infrastructure fund
  Bellbird Park's main soccer pitch is set for redevelopment thanks to a $800,000 funding boost from the Victorian government's Local Sports Infrastructure Fund.
• Old Methodist Church in Traralgon found to be of local historic significance to Latrobe City by heritage assessment
  A heritage assessment of Traralgon's Old Methodist Church has been received by council saying that it is found to be of local historic significance to Latrobe City.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Community feedback open on draft Environmental Sustainability Strategy 2022/2030 from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council is seeking community feedback on the draft Environmental Sustainability Strategy 2022 - 2030 to protect and sustain the region's natural environment.
• CFA-declared fire danger period for Baw Baw Shire starts on 10 Jan 2022
  The CFA-declared Fire Danger Period will commence at 1.00am on Monday, 10 January 2022.
• Vexatious court claims closes timber coupe for training Victorian essential service personnel at TAFE Gippsland
  Timber coupe being used by TAFE Gippsland for training Victorian essential service personnel has been targeted by vexatious court claims resulting in its closure.
• Free public transport to revive Melbourne CBD from December to January 2022 says Property Council of Australia
  Property Council of Australia joined the call for free public transport to drive the city's revitalisation.
• Free Seniors Festival film and lunch event in Wonthaggi on 22 March 2022 hosted by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council, in partnership with the Victorian Seniors Festival, is hosting a free Seniors Festival film and lunch event in Wonthaggi on Tuesday, 22 March.
• 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.
• Dan Andrews officially opened Morwell Trade Skills Centre (MTSC) as part of a $35.5M rejuvenation of TAFE Gippsland
  The Andrews Labor Government is giving more Gippsland job seekers access to world-class trades training with the opening of a new multimillion dollar Morwell Trade Skills Centre at TAFE Gippsland.
• Hogget Kitchen and Walhalla Goldfields Railway to host winter feast on Sunday 3 July 2022 in partnership with Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has partnered with Hogget Kitchen and Walhalla Goldfields Railway to host a winter feast for the senses in Walhalla on Sunday 3 July.
• Federal funding for Baw Baw Shire to increase protection from extreme weather events like bushfires and floods
  Governments have invested in local projects under the Risk and Resilience Grants Program to further protect our communities.
• Alice Pepper and Patricia Pittman with visiting artists David Hooke, Ling and Minna Leunig apply art along East Gippsland Rail Trail
  Artwork that connects you to the land on which you stand: Gunaikurnai Country.
• Proposed community hub for Glenview Park in Traralgon supported by Darren Chester
  Gippsland MP Darren Chester is supporting Latrobe City Council's proposal to establish a community hub and purpose built facility for local groups at Glenview Park in Traralgon.
• Andrews Labor Government finally taking a limited approach to lockdown and reduce damage to regional communities
  Labor government finally taking limited approach to lockdown.
• 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.
• Even faster broadband coming for South and West Gippsland
  Suburbs and towns across Australia to become eligible to upgrade to NBN's Fibre.
• Youth Life4Life having crew induction for Year 9 students in South Gippsland
  On Wednesday 22 June, approximately 50 students from seven local schools attended the Youth Live4Life Crew Induction.
• Traralgon flood recovery pop-up support for Latrobe City Council
  Adjusting to life in the wake of disaster will be the subject of a free pop-up flood recovery session in Traralgon this month.
• New footpath along Howitt Avenue and Eastwood Road to make a safer route to school and the shops
  East Gippsland Shire Council starts work this week on a new footpath that will provide Eastwood locals with a safer route to school and the shops, and offer a great reason to leave the car at home.
• Future Drought Fund supports next generation of drought resilient leaders in Central and West Gippsland
  Funding to support farmers and others in regional communities the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills through leadership development.
• Cowes to Rhyll boardwalk gets $416,000 for upgrade from Victorian government regional funding
  Bass Coast Shire Council has welcomed new State Government funding towards its tracks and trails network, bringing benefits to the Bass Coast community.
• 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.
• More alcohol and drug detox beds needed in Latrobe Valley says Russell Northe
  Mr Northe indicated this had been a long running issue with many local individuals, families and service providers frustrated by the lack of services in a community that desperately needs detox beds.
• 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.
• Summer swim season outdoor pool passes for Sale and Yarram extended to Easter Monday 18 April 2022 by Wellington Shire Council
  Wellington Shire Council has extended all summer swim season outdoor pool passes for use at Aqua Energy's indoor pools in Sale until Easter Monday, 18 April.
• 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.
• Community feedback wanted on proposed sale of Hazelwood House in Churchill to Quantum Support Services by Latrobe City Council
  Latrobe City Council is inviting community feedback on a proposal to sell Hazelwood House in Churchill.
• Celebrating a million ways to be a woman online part of International Women's Day from Latrobe City Council
  As part of International Women's Day, Latrobe City Council is encouraging the community to join in celebrating the contribution of women across the municipality.
• 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.
• Expanded free TAFE turbocharges post-covid Victoria and Gippsland
  Additional TAFE courses ensuring appropriate training for Victorian job seekers.
• Request for Wellington Shire businesses to list with council to be promoted to the 50,000 visitors for Archibald Prize exhibition in October at Gippsland Art Gallery
  Council is encouraging the businesses and community groups to send their expressions of interest for the Archibald Prize exhibition.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Glengarry Mechanics Institute gets upgraded hall suitable and accessible re-open with $397,474 federal funding secured by Darren Chester
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester officially opened the Glengarry Mechanics Institute today with Latrobe City Council Mayor Kellie O'Callaghan and Glengarry Mechanics Institute CoM President Alan McAuliffe.
• Refusal to support immediate reforms on mental health and wellbeing boost for young Victorians by Andrews Labor government
  A plan to boost youth mental health services by 2026 is years too late for children who are suffering right now and could benefit from other immediate reforms that the Andrews Labor government has refused to support.
• 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.
• Youth-specific rehabilitation facility on Northern Avenue in Traralgon officially opened as part of Victorian Ice Action Plan
  Latrobe Valley and Gippsland youth to get the alcohol and drugs rehabilitation support they need through Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA).
• Visit artists home studios from 13-14 November 2021 during Open Studio West Gippsland
  A weekend-long event for you to relax while you discover some of the amazing areas west Gippsland can offer.
• 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.
• Outstanding success with competition surfing returning with Phillip Island Pro 2022 to Bass Coast
  Bass Coast Shire Council is proud to support events right across the Shire and as part of this, has a longstanding commitment to hosting surfing events in the region.
• Opening of new multi-use pavilion at Apex Park in Traralgon by Chris Buckingham from Latrobe Valley Authority
  It's peak season at one of Latrobe City's most utilised sporting venues following the opening of a new pavilion at Traralgon's Apex Park.
• Victorian Independent Remuneration Tribunal makes first determination on payment of councillor allowances for East Gippsland Shire
  The Victorian Independent Remuneration Tribunal has made its first determination on the payment of mayoral, deputy mayoral and councillor allowances.
• Sale Cinema gets $35,000 funding from federal Supporting Cinema's Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods program
  A Gippsland independent cinema has received a financial boost thanks to Federal Government SCREEN Fund.
• Free film on big screen at Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre for Social Inclusion Week
  Bass Coast Shire Council has partnered with Gippsland Disability Advocacy (GDA) to celebrate Social Inclusion Week and International Day of People with Disability.
• 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.
• Early Christmas gift for Newborough and Sandy Point Men's Sheds in Gippsland
  The Morrison-Joyce Government is providing an early Christmas present to Monash by providing $6928 to continue to support the health of men through the National Shed Development Programme (NSDP).
• Sale Airshow at West Sale Airport on ANZAC weekend 23-24 April 2022
  Combat Flights Gippsland offer spine-tingling aerobatic flights in the heart of Central Gippsland, West Sale.
• Draft economic development and visitor economy strategies for South Gippsland
  The Draft Economic Development and Visitor Economy Strategies are now out for public comment.
• Replacement of more than a thousand existing street lights with new energy efficient LED for Wellington Shire starts 1 May 2022
  Wellington Shire Council will undertake a bulk replacement of more than 1400 streetlights from 1 May, as part of a Gippsland-wide project to improve energy use and safety.
• 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.
• Sea electric vehicle manufacturing plant for Latrobe Valley abandoned
  State Government has finally confirmed that the proposed SEA Electric vehicle manufacturing plant.