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South Gippsland Shire Council declaration of polls and other council project updates 7 November 2024

South Gippsland Shire updates include new councillors' introduction, ArtCubes exhibitions in Foster, Garage Sale Trail, storm recovery session, green waste amnesty, Parr Street rezoning feedback, and Bass Strait decommissioning info sessions.

By news@gippsland - 7th November 2024 - Back to News

Voting in the South Gippsland Shire Council election has now closed. Please join the South Gippsland Shire Council in welcoming a new councillor group at the Memorial Hall in Leongatha. Results will be published as soon as they are finalised. All the results will be declared on 15 November 2024.

Join us on 7 November 2024, at 3:00 pm to welcome the new Councillor Group at Memorial Hall, Leongatha

ArtCubes in Foster

The ArtCubes are now located in Foster at Manna Gum Community House where they will reside for the next three months. The Cubes have a stellar line-up of local artists and community groups exhibiting their works from within. Don't miss out on the many workshops, lessons and displays. To check out what is happening in the Cubes, please visit ArtCubes in Foster website.

The ArtCubes have arrived at Manna Gum Community House in Foster, showcasing local artists and community groups for the next three month

Garage Sale Trail

The Garage Sale Trail is kicking off this weekend! From Saturday 9 to Sunday 10 November and Saturday 16 to Sunday 17 November, people all around South Gippsland are opening their garage's and participating in one of Australia's most sustainable shopping events. Shop 'till you drop this weekend at Nyora, Loch, Poowong, Korumburra, Leongatha, Foster and Mirboo North. To find a garage sale near you and to map out your weekend trail, please visit Garage Sale Trail website.

Storm recovery session

South Gippsland Shire Council and the Community Recovery Working Group are pleased to host a free recovery and resilience session on Wednesday 13 November at the Mirboo North Shire Hall.

Guest speaker Dr Rob Gordon will return to Mirboo North to share his insights into practical and emotional responses after emergency events such as those experienced during the February storm, what to expect in the second half of the first year of recovery and how to build resilience for future emergencies. If you plan on attending this event, please register your attendance at Storm Recovery Session website.

On 9-10 and 16-17 November, South Gippsland residents are opening their garages for one of Australia's most sustainable shopping events

Green waste amnesty period

Dispose of your green waste for free! Council's Green Waste Amnesty is on now until 31 December 2024. Residents can dispose of their green waste for free at any of Council's transfer stations until the end of the Amnesty period.

The Amnesty aims to encourage residents to prepare their properties for the fire season by removing potential fire hazards. To view the list of excluded plant species and find your closest transfer station, please go to Green Waste Amnesty Period website.

Dispose of green waste for free at council's transfer stations during the Green Waste Amnesty, running until 31 December 2024 to help reduce fire hazards

Community engagements

Parr Street Leongatha Rezoning and Subdivision

Have your say on the proposed planning amendment to rezone and subdivide 108 and 110 Parr Street, Leongatha. To view details of the proposed amendment, supporting documentation and provide your feedback, please visit Have Your Say page.

Share your feedback on the proposed rezoning and subdivision of 108-110 Parr Street, Leongatha. View details and provide input online

Decommissioning of Oil and Gas Infrastructure in Bass Strait

Esso Australia Resources is dedicated to the safe operation and decommissioning of its Gippsland and Bass Strait facilities. After over 50 years of energy production, many Bass Strait oil and gas fields are nearing the end of their productive life. As decommissioning plans advance, Esso is committed to safely shutting down non-producing facilities.

To learn more about the decommissioning of platforms and pipelines in Bass Strait, join the Esso Consultation Team at the following locations:

• Monday 18 November
  Welshpool Memorial Hall
  49 Main Street, Welshpool
• Tuesday 19 November
  Foster War Memorial Arts Centre
  Main Street, Foster
• Wednesday 20 November
  South Gippsland Trade Skills Alliance (SGBLLEN)
  71 Ogilvy Street, Leongatha

All community members are encouraged to attend and share their thoughts. For more information, please visit Oil and Gas Infrastructure in Bass Strait page.

Esso Australia is committed to safely decommissioning its Gippsland and Bass Strait facilities as many oil and gas fields reach the end of production

Other engagement opportunities

• Victorian Maternal and Child Health Survey 2024
• Feedback closes Sunday 17 November

Sheep dog trials

The South Eastern Victorian Sheep Dog Trials are this weekend at the Korumburra Showgrounds. From Saturday 9 to Monday 11 November watch some of the state's greatest sheep dogs and their handlers in action. For more information, please visit Sheep Dog Trials Facebook page.

The South Eastern Victorian Sheep Dog Trials are on this weekend at Korumburra Showgrounds, from 9-11 November, showcasing top sheep dogs and handlers

Funding opportunities

Overseas Skills and Qualifications

Do you have overseas skills or qualifications that are not being fully used in Australia? Latrobe Community Health Service wants to hear from you.

• Are you unable to work in the role or area you trained for?
• Is your qualification not recognised in Australia?
• Are you registered with a board or authority?

Your feedback will help find solutions and provide support for people like you to get more jobs in Australia. Leave your feedback via a short five minute survey at Overseas Skills and Qualifications The survey is open until Tuesday 10 December 2024.

Women and Leadership

Advance your career with a women's leadership scholarship. Women and Leadership Australia are offering partial scholarships of $1,000 to $6,000 to help women in select industries to participate in their world-class leadership courses.

Courses are available for women at all levels in their career. Applications close Friday 29 November. For more information and to apply, please visit Women and Leadership website.

Applications are open for the Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund, supporting essential sports facilities. Closes 17 March 2025

Community sporting facilities

Applications are now open for the Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund. The Fund aims to assist local communities in planning, designing and building essential sports facilities. This includes indoor stadiums, aquatic facilities and upgrades for women and girls, as well as inclusive infrastructure for all abilities.

Additional grants of up to $50,000 are available to enhance participation for people with disabilities. Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund closes Monday 17 March 2025. For more information and to apply, please visit Sporting Facilities Fund website.

Other funding opportunities

• Crisis and Transitional Accommodation Grant
• Submissions close Wednesday 13 November

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 or report it online at this link Snap Send Solve.

Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council website and Garage Sale Trail Instagram page.

Source: http://gippsland.com/

Published by: news@gippsland.com