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South Gippsland Leongatha Memorial Hall Project and other community updates and opportunities

Leongatha Memorial Hall Project: South Gippsland Shire Council seeks community input on updating the Heritage-listed Hall. Participate via workshops, an online survey, or the Project Reference Group.

By news@gippsland - 28th March 2025 - Back to News

South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking community feedback from people who currently use Memorial Hall and adjoining precinct, and those who would like to use the space in the future. The adjoining public toilets and adjacent streetscape will also be included as part of the project.

Share your thoughts on upgrading Leongatha Memorial Hall, public toilets, and streetscape to enhance accessibility, functionality, and community use

This project will look at the feasibility of updating the Heritage-listed Hall to improve access and functionality, and consider its potential for a broad range of community uses. There are three ways you can have your say:

• Attend a workshop
• Complete the online survey
• Volunteer to be part of the Project Reference group

Submit your feedback by visiting the South Gippsland Shire Council website before the survey closes on Sunday 13 April 2025.

Official opening

Korumburra Bena Football Netball Club Change Rooms

Last weekend, the Korumburra Bena Football Netball Club Change Rooms were officially opened. Representatives from the Victorian and Australian Government were in attendance, as well as a huge number of community members. The project was funded by contributions of:

• $800,000 from the Victorian government's Female Friendly Facilities Fund
• $710,180 from the Australian government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
• $100,000 from the Korumburra Bena Football Netball Club
• $400,000 from South Gippsland Shire Council

For more information, visit South Gippsland Shire Council website.

Korumburra Bena Football Netball Club Change Rooms officially opened, funded by state, federal, council, and club contributions, with strong community attendance

GRST tourism forum

Save the date for the Great Southern Rail Trail Tourism Forum. The Forum will be an opportunity for businesses to understand how they can leverage the Rail Trail, receive an update on enhancements to the Rail Trail experience, as well as a launch of new promotional material.

Brought to you by South Gippsland Shire Council in partnership with Wellington Shire Council and Rail Trails Australia, this event is one you won't want to miss. For more information, visit Great Southern Rail Trail website.

Save the date for the Great Southern Rail Trail Tourism Forum, offering business insights, trail updates, and new promotional material

South Gippsland Shire Pets

Follow South Gippsland Shire Council's new pet page on Facebook. This page is dedicated to sharing lost animals, reuniting pets with their owners and even successful pet adoption stories. Head to the South Gippsland Shire Pets Facebook page to follow this new page.

What's on South Gippsland

Festival of Small Halls

The Festival of Small Halls Tour is coming to South Gippsland this weekend! Featuring Lucy Farrell and Hat Fitz and Cara, this travelling lineup of live music will be activating 18 small halls around Victoria.

The Festival will be at the Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute on Friday 28 March and Mirboo North Hall on Saturday 29 March. Buy your tickets at Festival of Small Halls website and enjoy an evening of toe-tapping tunes.

Easter Egg Hunt at Coal Creek

The Lion's Club of Korumburra is bringing the Easter Bunny to Coal Creek this Easter Sunday (20 April). There are three age groups, each has a different degree of difficulty to find multi-colored wooden blocks hidden in the park. Once four are collected they are exchanged for delicious chocolate Easter eggs.

Grab your tickets and enjoy a family fun filled day of Easter egg hunting, live entertainment and a sausage sizzle. To know more and reserve your spot, visit trybooking website.

The Lion's Club of Korumburra Easter Egg Hunt at Coal Creek starts at 11:30 AM on April 20 - arrive by 11:15!

Southern Lights Festival

The Southern Lights Festival is returning to Coal Creek this winter! Head on down to Korumburra on Saturday 7 June for an evening of lights, music, food and fire. The festival will be one for the whole family to enjoy. Grab your tickets at the link below.
To know more and get tickets, visit Southern Lights Festival website.

Visit South Gippsland

To see what's on in South Gippsland, please head to the Visit South Gippsland website. Here you can see the latest events, find places to stay and eat, and even find a fun weekend activity. To find out more, proceed to Visit South Gippsland website.

The 2025 South Coast Community Leadership Program began as 25 participants from Bass Coast and South Gippsland met on March 15

Your community

2025 Southcoast Community Leadership Program

The South Coast Community Leadership Program cohort for 2025 have started their learning journey. The group of 25 participants from across Bass Coast and South Gippsland Shire came together for the first time on Saturday 15 March at the Korumburra Community Hub and relished the opportunity to connect.

Vehicle Notices

Impound Vehicle: Registration Number: UWM317

• In accordance with Schedule 11 of the Local Government Act 1989, council impounded a Silver 2005 Holden Sedan on 19 March 2025 from Princes Street, Korumburra
• Unless the vehicle is collected and relevant fees paid within 14 days of the date of this notice, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the public.

For enquiries, please contact our Community Safety Officer's on 5662 9200 during office hours (8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday).

Impound Vehicle - Notice of Sale: Registration Number: UYV307

• Council impounded a silver 2007 Holden Captiva Station Wagon on 29 January 2025 in accordance with Schedule 11 of the Local Government Act 1989:
• Impounded from: Commercial Street, Korumburra
• VIN Number: KL3CD26GJ7B099669

As this vehicle has not been collected and relevant fees paid within 14 days of impoundment, the vehicle will now be offered for sale to the public. Offers marked "Abandoned Vehicle" and addressed to the Coordinator Community Safety are invited for the purchase and removal from council.

Offers close at 2.00pm on 1 April 2025 and are to be either posted to South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha VIC 3953 or emailed to council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au on or before the said time and date. The vehicle can be viewed by appointment with the Community Safety team on 5662 9200. The highest offer will not necessarily be accepted.

Snap Send Solve

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

Community engagement

EOI Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee

We are seeking community members to join the Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee. The Committee addresses access and inclusion issues, promotes equity, and develops the Access and Inclusion Action Plan.

Meetings are held monthly in Leongatha, with an online option available. If you are passionate about making South Gippsland more accessible and inclusive, we encourage you to apply at the South Gippsland Shire Council website.

Community training

Sustainable Living Series (Renew)

Join us for a number of exciting FREE webinars about sustainable living! Learn practical tips and tricks to reduce your carbon footprint and create a greener future for our region.

Upcoming Sessions:

• All Electric Homes - Thursday 3 April from 6.00pm
• Designing for Resilience - Thursday 24 from 6.00pm

To register, head to South Gippsland Shire Council website.

Business Resilience 3-Part Masterclass Series

South Gippsland Shire Council and Small Business Mentoring Service have created an exclusive 3-Part Masterclass Series on Building Business Resilience. Equip your organisation with the tools and strategies to adapt to disruptions and challenges. Perfect for business owners, managers, and leaders looking to strengthen their resilience toolkit.

Throughout the Masterclass you will learn to understand resilience, strengthen financial resilience, Building Networks and Long-Term Sustainability. For dates, time and location, and to register for the Masterclass, please head to the Small Business Mentoring Service website.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Youth Mental Health First Aid training is now available for booking on council's website. This training equips participants with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of mental health issues in young people, providing crucial support and guidance. If this training would benefit you in your career or volunteer position, we encourage you to consider participating.

Additionally, refresher courses are available for those whose certificates are nearing expiration (certificates are valid for three years). This is a great opportunity to stay updated and continue supporting youth mental health in our community. Head to the South Gippsland Shire Council website to book your spot today!

Funding opportunities

Community Grants

Time is running out to submit an application for South Gippsland Shire Council's second round of Community Grants. Community Grants are an opportunity for council to give back to local clubs and community groups who give so much to others.

Grants can be used for both minor and major projects and equipment, planning and developing reports, and festivals and events. Applications close this Monday (31 March). To find out more and to apply for grants, visit South Gippsland Shire Council website.

Community Resilience Grant

Secure funding of up to $3,000 to support an event, activity or training session in your town while promoting resilience, community connectedness, and emergency preparedness. Applications close midnight Saturday 31 May. To find out more and to apply for grants, visit South Gippsland Shire Council website.

Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council website.

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