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South Gippsland Council task force goes to Canberra for Australian Local Government Associations 2023 National General Assembly and more

South Gippsland Shire projects and event updates.

By news@gippsland - 15th June 2023 - Back to News

Mayor Nathan Hersey, Chief Executive Officer Kerryn Ellis and Deputy Mayor Clare Williams made their second trip to Canberra this week for the Australian Local Government Associations 2023 National General Assembly. So far, we have been fortunate to meet Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories the Honourable Kristy McBain MP and Shadow Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories the Honourable Darren Chester MP as well as hear from many amazing speakers and presenters.

Mayor Nathan Hersey, Chief Executive Officer Kerryn Ellis, Deputy Mayor Clare Williams Minister for Regional Development, and Local Government and Territories the Honourable Kristy McBain MP during their visit in Canberra

Advocacy priorities discussed

Additionally, the Australian Local Government Association unanimously passed two motions council took to both this body and the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV). The first motion regarding road betterment after disaster and the second regarding minimum consultation requirements for the Commonwealth government to abide by, particularly in relation to projects that achieve 'Major Project' status.

So far, this has been a great opportunity to talk about our advocacy priorities including the port at Barry Beach as part of the offshore wind development, roads, community infrastructure, and emergency management and mitigation. It is also a chance for us to continue to build relationships with those at all levels of government.

Register your three-year-old and four-year-old Kindergarten, registration is open until 30 June 2023

2024 Kindergarten registration

Enrolments for funded three-year-old and four-year-old Kindergarten will close at midnight on Friday 30 June. Late enrolments will still be accepted but will not be eligible to receive a first-round offer.

Parents and carers who have not yet enrolled their children are encouraged to get in quick to meet the June deadline. To register please visit
Kindergarten Registration page.

ArtCubes tour South Gippsland, currently in Loch, featuring photographer Paul Robinson and painters Kath Quinert and Jo Quirk

ArtCubes in Loch

Our ArtCubes have commenced their tour around the South Gippsland region. Now situated in Loch, they are showcasing the talents of photographer Paul Robinson and painter's Kath Quinert and Jo Quirk. To see who will be making use of the ArtCubes over the coming weeks, visit ArtCubes website.

South Gippsland Youth Council represents and advocates for local youth, developing projects and campaigns with support from the council

Youth council

Get in quick to register your expression of interest for South Gippsland Shire Youth Council! The SGYC is an initiative led by young people who want to represent the voice of the youth who live, work and/or study in South Gippsland.

If you are or know anyone 14 to 24 years old who is passionate about improving the quality of life for young people in South Gippsland, fill out an expression of interest form at Youth Council website.

Expressions of interest close midnight 30 June 2023. Additionally, you can have a chat with Sophie about Youth Council, her contact details are:

• Phone: 5662 9887 or 0458 492 224
• Email: sophie.bolding@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Tree planting

Due to the wonderful response council received for the Rural and Tree Planting Program, all trees allocated for the year have been exhausted. If you have missed out, there will be a platform soon available for residents to leave their details to be part of the program in 2024. Keep your eyes peeled for more details.

Small business networking dinner

Only 3 tickets left! Come on down to South Gippsland Shire Council's Small Business Networking Dinner, sponsored by NBN on Tuesday 20 June. The Small Business Networking Dinner aims to bring together local small business owners for an evening of connection, collaboration and growth.

The night will provide your business with the opportunity to:

• Build business relationships
• Share knowledge and insight
• Learn from success stories

Don't miss out on a fantastic opportunity to upscale your small business. To purchase a ticket or for more information, please visit Small Business Networking Dinner page.

Men's Health Week (12 Jun - 18 June)

The theme of Men's Health Week 2023 is loneliness. Healthy Male defines loneliness as a feeling of sadness you get when your relationships with others aren't meeting your need for personal connection. Just as hunger tells us we need food, loneliness tells us a different fundamental need is not being met.

Investing in your relationships with others is a good way to overcome loneliness. Filling your cup with social relationships that feel significant to you and are based on mutual respect, trust, interests and values is a good place to start.

If you're feeling lonely and would like to seek some support, please check out the list of services and groups on offer at Men's Health Week 2023 | Healthy Male website

Library service update

The Korumburra Library will soon be reopening in the new Korumburra Community Hub, but until then library services will be operated out of Milpara Community House. Library services include:

• Click and collect
• Story time
• Baby rhyme time

Public computers will also be available at Milpara Community House. To learn more about the Korumburra Library service arrangements, please go to Korumburra Library website.

General local law feedback

Council is seeking your feedback to help develop a new General Local Law for South Gippsland. Prior to the development of the new Local Law, council is wanting to hear from you - our community - about any local law issues or concerns you may have. General Local Laws have to be updated every 10 years and a new one must be adopted next year. To provide feedback, pop-up events are being held throughout the region at:

• Leongatha - Memorial Hall Foyer: Friday 16 June (9.00am to 12.00pm)
• Welshpool Rural Transaction Centre: Friday 17 June (1.30pm to 4.30pm)
• Foster - Prom Country Farmers Markets: Saturday 17 June (8.00am to 12.00pm)
• Nyora Hall: Tuesday 20 June (4.30pm to 6.30pm)

If you are unable to attend any of the pop-up events, please provide your feedback before Monday 26 June at General Local Law Feedback website.

Children and family plan

The Children and Family Services Department is developing a new Children and Families Plan which is part of our commitment to supporting children and families to feel they belong and can be happy, healthy, and develop to their full potential.

The Plan will concentrate on children aged up to 12 years and their families, and we will develop the Plan in partnership with service providers and our community. You can be a part of planning for children and families in South Gippsland by:

• Completing the online survey
• Share your ideas through our ideas board
• Participating in one our online focus groups - register via email: shelley.fixter@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

The online survey, the short survey and ideas board will remain open, until midnight Monday 19 June, 2023.

Nyora community plan

The Nyora Community Plan is well overdue for an update. According to census data, Nyora's population has increased by 23% in the 10-year period between 2011 - 2021, with 1332 residents in 2011 increasing to 1644 residents in 2021. Due to the increasing property value throughout Melbourne, homebuyers are branching further and further out, which can present added pressures and opportunities for Nyora.

A Community Session to discuss future community plans has been set for Tuesday 20 June 2023, at Nyora Hall, 3 Henley Street Nyora. Or come along earlier (from 4.30pm) to provide feedback on the General Local Law Review. A sausage sizzle will be held at 6.00pm with the meeting starting at 6.30pm.

Join Poowong Community Plan Review on 19 and 26 July at Mya Mya Cafe, Poowong Uniting Church

Poowong community plan review

The Poowong Community Consultative Committee (PCCC) is holding a community planning meeting at the Poowong Uniting Church. If you would like to share any ideas you have for the community, please feel free to join at any one of the drop in session dates:

• 19 July at the Mya Mya Cafe, Poowong Uniting Church, 10.00am to 12.00pm
• 26 July at the Mya Mya Cafe, Poowong Uniting Church, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Or attend the community gathering on Wednesday 2 August at the Poowong Hall from 7.00pm (supper provided).

Great Victorian bike ride

Before The Great Victorian Bike Ride rolls through, the Bicycle Network will be hosting a Community Meeting on Wednesday 21 June 6.00pm to 7.00pm at the Fish Creek Bowls Club.

The ride is coming through South Gippsland, with a stay scheduled in Fish Creek. The meeting will discuss fundraising opportunities that might be available at the camp for local community groups and businesses. For enquiries, please contact: chelsead@bicyclenetwork.com.au

Learn how and where to get help when a young person is developing a mental illness, what help research has shown to be effective and how to provide first aid in crisis situations

Youth mental health

Live4Life, South Gippsland, and Bass Coast Shire Councils are running FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid courses from March to October. This course teaches adults about adolescent development and the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in young people, including crisis situations. Over two sessions, you will learn about supporting young people with mental health concerns. Here are the details:

• When: Monday 26 June and Tuesday 27 June, 9.00am to 5.00pm
• Where: Foster Secondary College
• Cost: FREE!

Book online at Youth Mental Health website.

Events

The Merindas and Steph Strings

Let Indigenous pop stars The Merindas wow you with their infectious energy and soaring vocals! These soul sisters are trail-blazing with their innovative style of Indigenous music, which they describe as "electronic pop with a dance-hall feel, alongside hip hop and R&B influences".

Think TLC, Destiny's Child and Salt n Pepa - but with double the amount of swagger and sass! Supported by the incredible guitarist, singer-songwriter & storyteller, Steph Strings, this gig will rock Meeniyan Town Hall.

A bus is available for those that are travelling from Wonthaggi, Inverloch and Leongatha. Buses will leave from Leongatha and Wonthaggi travelling to each town between. Details about bus times will be sent directly to those who purchase tickets. For more information and to purchase tickets, please head to The Merindas & Steph Strings website.

Citizenship ceremony

Council acknowledges the importance of becoming an Australian Citizen and the Citizenship Ceremony is the final step in achieving this milestone. Australian citizenship is a shared identity, a common bond which unites all Australians while respecting our diversity.

Council will be holding a Citizenship Ceremony at Memorial Hall on Wednesday 28 June at 6.00pm. South Gippsland Shire Council will be officiating six conferees at the upcoming ceremony.

Arts E-Newsletter

Would you like to stay in the know about arts events and programs happening near you? Why not sign up to our Arts E-Newsletter? Here you'll find the latest arts opportunities and so much more! To register, please go to Art in South Gippsland website.

Snap Send Solve App is an easy way where you can report dumped rubbish, road problems, trees, damaged play equipment and more

Snap Send Solve

Spotted a dangerous pothole? Or maybe some broken playground equipment? Get it fixed quickly and easily using Snap Send Solve. It's free! Download an app to your phone now!

Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council website.

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