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Baw Baw Shire Council is popping up in Noojee

Council pop-up to come to Noojee, the community will have the opportunity to talk to the councillors to discuss and ask questions.

By news@gippsland - 1st December 2021 - Back to News

All community members are invited to join their councillors and senior council officers at the upcoming Baw Baw Shire Council Pop-up session at the Noojee Public Hall on Thursday 2 December 2021. The pop-up is a great opportunity for residents from Noojee and surrounding communities to come along and engage directly with councillors and council, share their views and ask questions about the issues that matter to them.

All community members are invited to join their Councillors and senior Council officers at the upcoming Baw Baw Shire Council pop-up session

Council pop-up

Noojee council pop-up will be held on:

• When: 4.00pm to 6.00pm on Thursday 2 December
• Where: Noojee Public Hall, 7 Henty St, Noojee VIC 3833

Please note: All Council Pop-Ups are delivered in accordance with DHHS regulations and the orders of the Chief Health Officer. The CHO's directive is that everyone who attends a community facility must show proof of double-vaccination, or a valid medical exemption, accompanied by photo ID.

Community members can be assured that all employees and representatives of Council in attendance at the pop-up are fully vaccinated. All attending will be required to check in via a QR code. This will be the final Council Pop-up session for this year. Stay tuned for dates and locations for the 2022 program.

Opportunity to talk to the councillors

Mayor Cr Michael Leaney said, "This Council pop-up session is a great opportunity for our residents living in the Shire's North to come and speak to their Councillors and Shire officers directly about the matters that are on their mind. It's always fantastic to hear from people one on one about the issues that matter to them."

"I look forward to catching up with the community at Noojee - there are lots of passionate people in the district and I'm sure they'll have a lot to discuss. If you can't make it, not to worry - we as Councillors, are always happy to hear from you via email or phone anytime."

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• Restrictions still apply in Bass Coast Shire Council's Local Law - Neighbourhood Amenity burning off guidelines outside of the Fire Danger Period
  The CFA's Fire Danger Period has now ended in Bass Coast, however some restrictions still apply to burning off under Bass Coast Shire Council's Local Law - Neighbourhood Amenity 2012.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 17 February 2021
  South Gippsland Council meeting minutes and agendas.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 18 March 2022
  South Gippsland Shire Council meeting update.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update early January 2022
  South Gippsland Shire Council's 'In the Know' is also an opportunity for the council to let you know that you and your opinions are highly valued to help the council improve their services as well as the shire.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update early January 2022
  South Gippsland Shire Council's 'In the Know' is also an opportunity for the council to let you know that you and your opinions are highly valued to help the council improve their services as well as the shire.
• 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 update early November 2021
  South Gippsland Shire Council's annual Green Waste Amnesty has commenced and will run until 31 December.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 15 September 2021
  Read on for summary the agenda and minutes the South Gippsland Shire Council last meeting
• 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.
• Have your say on the draft concept master plans for the Baw Baw Shire sporting reserves for Warragul and Drouin
  Council is seeking community feedback on the Sporting Reserve Concept Masterplans for Drouin and Warragul.
• East Gippsland Shire Council adopts Community Vision 2040
  Adopted community vision and council plan for 2021-25.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 22 April 2022
  Summary of key decisions made at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday 20 April 2022.
• South Gippsland Shire Council offices reopen from 13 September 2021
  Assistance offered for financial transactions and general queries.
• South Gippsland Shire Council meeting snapshot - 22 July 2021
  Summary of key decisions made at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday 21 July 2021
• 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.
• East Gippsland Shire Council Mayor Christmas message for 2021
  Mayor Cr Mark Reeves, Christmas message December 2021 for East Gippsland Shire community.
• Bass Coast Shire Youth Advisory Council update - 25 November 2021
  Council hears the young people's voice and supports the youth advisory council in their campaign.
• 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.
• Free green waste disposal for Baw Baw Shire residents
  Baw Baw Shire Council is offering residents free green waste disposal at selected transfer stations to help prepare their properties for the upcoming fire season.
• Feedback wanted on community vision, draft council plan and draft long term financial plan from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Residents of the community is encouraged to join the community engagement and send their feedback to council's vision for the Baw Baw's future.
• East Gippsland Shire Council adopts Annual Budget 2021-22
  Community engagement process, including five community sessions, to help develop the document.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 update late September 2021
  The final podcast is now available in South GIppsland.
• 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.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update late October 2021
  Updates about South Gippsland Shire events.
• 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'.
• 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.
• Bass Coast Council to promote Advocacy Priorities to candidates for Federal Election on Saturday 21 May 2022
  Federal election set for Saturday, 21 May, Bass Coast Shire Council will continue to promote its advocacy priorities to all candidates.
• 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.
• 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 announces community representatives for safety committee
  Council announcing the representative of the new community safety committee.
• Infrastructure, roads and footpaths prioritised in Baw Baw Shire draft budget 2021/22
  Baw Baw Shire community members can look forward to a range of new projects and upgrades over the coming year.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Local Gippsland artist Jo Caminiti sculpture coming soon to Drouin Civic Park as part of Baw Baw Shire Council $1.48M park upgrade project
  Gippsland artist Jo Caminiti, combining art and science comes naturally, inspiring others to pursue their lifelong passions no matter the condition they're in.
• 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.
• Swim for free at Thorpdale Pool in Baw Baw Shire this summer
  Thorpdale Swimming Pool Committee has worked with Baw Baw Shire Council to provide a donation that will allow the community to swim for free.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Key dates when running as a councillor in South Gippsland Shire Council election 2021
  Local council election key dates.
• 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.
• Gippsland-wide kerbside organics tender has South Gippsland Shire Council and the five other six Councils working together
  South Gippsland Shire Council is one of six Councils collaborating on a Gippsland-wide Kerbside Organics Tender facilitated by Resource Recovery Gippsland.
• 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.
• 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 City Council re-opens Cumberland Park kindergarten after negative results for COVID-19
  Identified close contact resulted negative from COVID-19.
• 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.
• 2021/22 Community Sponsorship Program applications open from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Round 2 of Baw Baw Shire Council's 2021/22 Community Sponsorship program is now open for applications.
• 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.
• Community feedback is being sought by the council on pedestrian and cyclist safety in CBD areas of Warragul and Drouin
  Council is seeking community input about pedestrian and cyclist safety concerns on roads within the CBD areas of Warragul and Drouin.
• Economic Development and Visitor Economy Strategy endorsed by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has endorsed a strategy to deliver sustainable economic growth and a bright, thriving future for our region and its businesses.
• 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.
• Free outdoor activities start for people of all ages across Baw Baw as part of 'Watch this Space' program
  Destinations across Baw Baw Shire are being transformed into vibrant pop-up dining, activity and multi-use entertainment spaces offering a feast of free events for people of all ages to enjoy.
• Warragul and Drouin precinct structure plans review adopted by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has adopted a review into key high-level masterplans for managing growth and development in Warragul and Drouin.
• 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.
• Kennedy family generously donate century old wooden sculpture to Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has gratefully accepted a carved wooden dingo sculpture generously donated by the Kennedy family, farmers and residents of the Shire for more than 100 years.
• Feedback wanted by on draft Public Health and Wellbeing Plan from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council is inviting community feedback, thoughts and suggestions on its draft Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan.
• 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.
• Visit family friendly Erica Country Expo in Baw Baw Shire on 15 January 2022
  The Erica Country Expo, a full day of family friendly fun, is on its way to Erica Recreation Reserve, Saturday 15 January 2022. Visitors and locals are encouraged to book their tickets now to avoid missing out.
• 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.
• East Gippsland Shire offers $15,000 up to $50,000 grants to local community groups to upgrade a facilities on council-owned or Crown land
  Grants offered for community groups and organisations of East Gippsland Shire.
• Community members needed to join workgroup for $30M Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct
  Community members are being sought out by the council and are needed to help guide design and delivery of a landmark precinct.
• Melbourne's South-East Councils Climate Change Alliance calls for ambitious COP26 emissions target
  A vision for a thriving and productive region with an opportunity to be a clean green thriving economy.
• New hospital for West Gippsland endorsed by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council has endorsed its full support for a new hospital in West Gippsland.
• Wellington, East Gippsland and Latrobe City Councils share in $7.7M funding from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  Three Gippsland councils will share in $7.7 million in additional Federal Government funding to undertake local priority projects.
• East Gippsland's three hospitals and council urge people to get vaccinated in the fight against COVID-19
  Council encouraging everyone in the community to get vaccinated.
• 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
• Michael Leaney elected as Mayor and Annemarie McCabe as Deputy Mayor for Baw Baw Shire Council in 2021/22
  Cr Michael Leaney, elected as Mayor and Cr Annemarie McCabe, elected as Deputy Mayor.
• Hawthorn and Box Hill Hawks work collaboratively with Bass Coast Shire Council to increase football participation for women
  Hawthorn Football Club and Box Hill Hawks are proud to announce a new partnership with Bass Coast Shire Council.
• Help for local event organisers and businesses from Bass Coast Shire Council thanks to $10,000 grant from LVA
  Event activation voucher program, initiated by Bass Coast Shire Council's Economic Development and Investment Team, has been applauded by local events and businesses.
• Community and business input on draft Economic Development and Visitor Economy Strategy 2022-2025 sought by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council is currently seeking community and business input on the draft Economic Development and Visitor Economy Strategy 2022-2025.
• Hallora Recreation Reserve funded $300,000 for new lights from Victorian government and Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has secured up to $150,000 in State funding to support the installation of sports light towers and light fittings for the AFL Oval at the Hallora Recreation Reserve.
• Leanne Hurst appointed as Director of Planning and Development for Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire appoints a new director for planning and development.
• Croxon Ramsay architects appointed to design $30M community facility for Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct
  A tender to develop detailed designs for the proposed Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct has been awarded by Council signalling another key step forward with the landmark project.
• 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.
• Public toilet works in Palmerston Street, Warragul are underway with $135,000 funding from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Baw Baw Shire Council has begun refurbishment works on the public toilets located on Palmerston Street, Warragul.
• Community feedback on Drouin Commercial Place Precinct wanted from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council seeking community feedback on Drouin Commercial Place Precinct, the opportunity is now open for four weeks, closing on Thursday 26 May 2022.
• Wellington Shire wellness map list of tracks and trails close to town centres to encourage you to spend time in the spring sunshine
  Wellington Shire council is encouraging you to get active close to home.
• Wellington Shire mayor urges locals to follow COVID-19 health advice for sake of local business
  Wellington Shire Council Mayor Garry Stephens has urged locals to be vigilant and to follow the latest Covid-19 health advice, for the sake of local business.
• 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.
• 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.
• Community sponsorship program for Baw Baw opening in July
  Sponsorship and grants for community organisations to assist for the community development.
• Bass Coast Shire offers fee-free green waste disposal for summer 2021/22
  Bass Coast Shire Council's annual fee-free green waste disposal period is held to encourage residents and property owners to tidy up in preparation for summer and the fire season.
• State government recycling plan to significantly impact Bass Coast Shire Council approach to waste over next ten years
  Reforms that are going to significantly impact Bass Coast's approach to waste in the coming years.
• Sale and Yarram in Wellington Shire raise pride flag in support for the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia
  Wellington Shire Council flew the rainbow pride flag at locations in Sale and Yarram on Tuesday to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).
• 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.
• 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.
• Condition assessments on over 400 buildings and structures to be done by Bass Coast Shire Council in October and November 2021
  Bass Coast Shire Council to carry out condition assessments on over 400 buildings and structures during October and November.
• Community feedback wanted on long-term strategic vision for Longwarry in Baw Baw Shire
  Baw Baw Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a plan that will guide the future growth of Longwarry.
• Domestic Animal Management Plan 2021-25 adopted by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Adopted domestic animal management plan that will provide and ensure domestic animals safety with responsible ownership.
• Round two applications open to join Project Reference Group for Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct
  A second round of applications are now open for community members to join a Project Reference Group (PRG) for the proposed Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct.
• 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.
• 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.
• Applications open for community grants of up to $10,000 from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Announcement of application dates for the community development grants program.
• 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.
• 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.
• Bass Coast Shire residents best recyclers in Victoria says sustainability report
  Bass Coast Shire residents are the best recyclers in the state, according to a recent Sustainability Victoria report.
• Project Reference Group appointed to help guide design, advocacy and delivery of the Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct
  A project Reference Group (PRG) has been formally appointed by council to help guide design, advocacy and delivery of the proposed Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct.
• 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.
• Tetoora Road, Nilma North and Tanjil Bren get $60,000 each for community projects from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Excitement is mounting in Tetoora Road, Nilma North and Tanjil Bren after community-led projects received Baw Baw Shire Council endorsement at Wednesday night's meeting.
• Lichelle Clarke, Tania McLeish, Anne Skinner, Belinda Watts-Keeley and Jason Bargwanna inducted into Baw Baw Shire Sporting Walk of Fame
  Local sporting champions Lichelle Clarke PLY, Tania McLeish, Anne Skinner, Belinda Watts-Keeley, and Jason Bargwanna have been inducted into the Baw Baw Shire Sporting Walk of Fame.
• Wellington shire residents now eligible for storm recovery assistance from Federal government
  Funding to provide assistance to the residents affected by the storm in their recovery process.
• Local artists wanted to apply for public mural for community or township with grant of $20,000 from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council is seeking expressions of interest from local artists and creative community members keen to deliver a public art mural project for a community or township within Baw Baw Shire.
• 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.
• Bass Coast Shire Kindergarten first round of registrations for 2022 are now open
  Registrations for three-year-old and four-year-old kindergarten are now open.
• Push for update ageing Warragul and Drouin bypass to better serve Baw Baw Shire fast growth
  Local community, business and industry support is building behind efforts to secure funding to improve Drouin and Warragul aging arterial road network.
• 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
• Bass Coast Shire prepares at Phillip Island for School Leavers Week 2021
  The official School Leavers Week runs from 27 November to 4 December.
• Noojee transition plan from timber industry to be developed by independent project officer with $360,000 from Victorian Forestry grant
  State government initiative that would help support the timber communities and local jobs.
• Wellington shire businesses eligible for disaster power outage payments
  Financial assistance is now available for businesses in Wellington that experienced prolonged power outages after severe storms on October 29, 2021.
• Community Grant recipients in Bass Coast Shire celebrate in $151,2000 of grants
  Bass Coast Shire Council distributed $151,200 to 44 community groups on Thursday, for Round Two of the 2021 Community Grants Program.
• East Gippsland Shire motorists reminded to check parking restrictions
  Increasing enforcement effort across the shire to ensure motorists follow parking restrictions.
• Feedback wanted on update to flood map overlays in amendments to Baw Baw planning scheme
  A proposed amendment to the Baw Baw Planning Scheme to update flood maps for existing overlay controls is now on public exhibition.
• Landmark $30M multi-use community precinct state government funding for the heart of Warragul being pursued by Baw Baw Shire Council
  Council to pursue support from the state and federal government for the multi-use community precinct that will help in the economic development and will also benefit the region.
• Cowes Culture and Community Centre construction tender up to be considered by Bass Coast Shire Council on 20 Oct 2021
  Council project that valued the community's feedback and would create jobs for the local community.
• Community feedback wanted on draft 2022/23 budget for Bass Coast Shire Council seeks
  Bass Coast Shire Council is excited to release its Draft 2022/23 Budget for community consultation.
• 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.
• Breakfast presentation on future of business with Bernard Salt at Lardner Park in Baw Baw Shire on 18 May 2022
  Join internationally renowned futurist, author, business advisor and media commentator Bernard Salt at Lardner Park on Wednesday 18.
• Friends of the Sale Botanic Gardens in Wellington Shire plant collection of rare and threatened species for display
  Parks staff from Wellington Shire Council recently rolled up their sleeves alongside Friends of the Sale Botanic Gardens to plant a collection of rare and threatened species found in the region.
• Newhaven jetty in Bass Coast Shire ready to be renewed
  Bass Coast Shire Council is getting ready to complete a renewal of Newhaven Jetty, which has been damaged due to age and wear and tear from wave action.
• 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.
• Drouin Tennis Club celebrates $353,000 refurbishment of Balmoral Park Pavilion from Baw Baw Shire Council
  Members of the Drouin Tennis Club have gathered to celebrate the refurbishment of the Balmoral Park Pavilion following a $353,000 investment from Baw Baw Shire Council.
• Over fire prevention notices issued in Wellington Shire to clean up properties during the fire danger period in 2021/22
  Council reminding the community and landowners to maintain their surroundings to a fire-safe condition during the fire danger period.
• 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.
• Michael Whelan elected as Mayor and Leticia Laing as Deputy Mayor for Bass Coast Shire Council in 2021/22
  Bass Coast Shire Council has elected Cr Michael Whelan as Mayor and Cr Leticia Laing as Deputy Mayor at its November Meeting.
• Community invited to attend forum on retaining wall requirements for Baw Baw Shire
  Council is set to host a community forum to provide key stakeholders and the wider community with a better understanding of retaining wall requirements across the Shire.
• Local artists showcased their musical talents at the all-ages music event supported by Wellington Shire Youth Council and FReeZA crew Propellor
  Local artists showcased their musical talents in front of a big crowd at the recent All-Ages Tour, which was organised and hosted by Wellington Shire Youth Council.
• A new skate park for Rawson community in Baw Baw Shire
  Rawson locals have come together to celebrate the official opening of their new skate park, backed by funding from the Andrews Labor Government.
• 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.
• 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.
• Book readers in Wellington Shire invited to share reading experiences online via Zoom event
  Online sharing of reading experiences to share with other participants.
• 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.
• Click and collect available at Wellington shire libraries so bookworms can continue reading during lockdowns
  Libraries across Wellington Shire may be closed due to current restrictions, but bookworms can continue reading via the Click and Collect service.
• Work on Smiths Beach town plan in Bass Coast Shire to commence and improve resident safety
  At its meeting this week, Bass Coast Shire Council adopted the final Smiths Beach Town Plan, to allow implementation of its actions.
• Yarram Pool in Wellington Shire re-opens after month-long closure for major works
  The Yarram Pool has re-opened to users following a month-long closure for major works to install the new roof structure as part of the Warmer Pool for Yarram project.
• Guidelines to provide efficient tree inspections across Baw Baw Shire
  Council has endorsed the Tree Inspection Policy and Guidelines to better manage tree inspections and maintenance works within urban areas of the Shire.
• Baxter Park gets first synthetic soccer pitch Baw Baw Shire
  Safer game play and improvements at Baxter Park synthetic soccer pitch is now open, but council is still seeking funding opportunities for the remaining project stages.
• 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.
• Walk with dingos and much more while you are at Mt Baw Baw this summer
  Round out the lofty walk with dingoes and a caffeine hit and sweet treat at Village Central.
• 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.
• 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.
• Grantville Jetty to be renewed by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council will renew the Grantville Jetty this month, to improve the safety of the structure which has deteriorated due to age and wear and tear from wave action.
• Online climate change community portal launched by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council's online climate change community portal has launched, providing locally relevant climate change information to the community.
• Labertouche CFA Station gets new water tank with funds from by Bendigo Bank, Longwarry CFA and Baw Baw Shire Council
  Purchase and installation of a 100,000-litre static water tank at the Labertouche CFA Station.
• Residents encouraged to take part in developing solutions to meet parking demands in Drouin, Yarragon, and Trafalgar by Baw Baw
  Baw Baw Shire Council is undertaking a thorough assessment of the parking pressures in Drouin, Yarragon, and Trafalgar, and is encouraging residents to take part in helping develop solutions that aim to meet future parking demands.
• Community feedback wanted on local caravan and camping needs by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council is seeking feedback from the community on the caravan and camping options that are available across the region.
• Feedback on Local Law review from community from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council is calling on the community to provide their feedback on the Draft Local Law No. 1 Neighbourhood Amenity 2022.
• Pet registration door knocking campaign by Regi-check ambassadors to commence in Baw Baw Shire
  Regi-Check ambassadors will conduct a door knocking campaign on behalf of Baw Baw Shire Council to assist residents with their pet registration needs.
• Community feedback on proposed changes to governance rules for Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council is looking for community feedback on proposed changes to its Governance Rules.
• Community feedback sought on future industrial land use in Baw Baw Shire
  All interested community members are encouraged to attend a community drop-in session to raise any questions and learn more about the project before providing feedback.
• Get active close to home in Wellington Shire with awesome wellness map
  Council has curated a list and map that includes wetlands, arts and beach trails, all within easy reach of Wellington's main urban areas.
• 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.
• Permit fees for outdoor dining waived by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council will waive permit fees for hundreds of hospitality venues to encourage more outdoor dining to help the region bounce back from pandemic lockdowns.
• Yarragon dog lovers celebrate official opening of of newest premium off-leash dog park at Dowton Park Reserve in Baw Baw Shire
  Yarragon dog lovers and their four-legged friends have celebrated with Baw Baw Shire Council at the official opening of the Shire's newest premium off-leash dog park at Dowton Park Reserve.
• 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.
• Join in the Australia Day celebrations across Baw Baw Shire
  Everyone is invited to join and celebrate Australia Day 2022 festivities.
• Long grass inspections are being done in Bass Coast Shire so keep up the mowing
  Bass Coast Shire Council's Emergency Management Officers are currently carrying out long grass inspections, which will continue into the new year.
• 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.
• Funding of $143,836 award to 34 community development grants in Baw Baw Shire
  Acknowledging the valuable contributions made by community groups in the shire through the Community Development Grant.
• Bass Coast Community Vision 2041 with plan for 2021-25 and financial plan 2021-31 adopted by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council is pleased to have adopted the Bass Coast Community Vision 2041, the Council Plan 2021-25 and the Long Term Financial Plan 2021-31 at its Meeting on Wednesday.
• Feedback sought on draft Smiths Beach town plan by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council has developed the Draft Smiths Beach Town Plan, following extensive community engagement in 2020 and is now looking for feedback.
• Progress on new Warragul indoor sports stadium for Baw Baw Shire
  Early works are progressing well on site at the Warragul Leisure Centre in preparation for major construction of a new indoor multi-use sports stadium.
• Guide Park Redevelopment $1.77 M project in Bass Coast Shire to begin early 2022
  Bass Coast Shire Council awarded the tender for the Project at its December meeting.
• More than $110,000 funding goes to community groups via Community Assistance Grants program from Wellington Shire Council
  Wellington Shire Council this week approved more than $110,000 in funding to local community groups for events, projects and facilities, through its Community Assistance Grants program.
• Reminder for beach goers to swim between the flags from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council is urging everyone to be safe by the water this summer and to always swim between the red and yellow flags at a patrolled beach.
• Activism Against Gender Based Violence campaign supported by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council will be facilitating 'chats' with its employees and the community, throughout the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence campaign, which starts today (25 November).
• New 'Erica Country Expo' set to drive local recovery in October
  Baw Baw Shire Council has partnered with engaged community members and residents to deliver The Erica Country Expo, a full day, family friendly and community led event set to take over the Erica Recreational Reserve this October.
• Outdoor Entertainment Rebate Program gives up to $300 from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council's Outdoor Entertainment Rebate Program will give businesses rebates of up to $300 for providing outdoor entertainment this summer.
• More outdoor trading over summer period to be encouraged by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council will once again transform outdoor spaces to encourage more outdoor trading over the coming summer period.
• Tambo Waste developed glass processing facility in Bairnsdale to maximise opportunities in recycled glass
  Baw Baw Shire Council will improve pedestrian safety on Normanby Street, Warragul, following the presentation of a petition signed by 56 community members.
• Amphibious harvester arrives in Wellington Shire to help clean up weed problem in lakes
  A weed-eater that would help clean up the weed-causing problems at the lakes.
• Funding $2.69 million goes to four major Gippsland businesses and Latrobe City Council via Regional Recovery Fund
  The Andrews Labor Government is accelerating regional Victoria's recovery from the coronavirus pandemic by investing in Eastern Victoria to create jobs and stimulate the local economy.
• Pet plan (Domestic Animal Management Plan 2021/25) adopted by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council has adopted its Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) 2021-25 at the October Council Meeting.
• Avoid Lake Guyatt in Sale as blue-green algae in season urged by Wellington Shire Council
  Wellington Shire Council is urging the public to avoid coming into contact with the water in Lake Guyatt in Sale, due to a blue-green algae bloom.
• Feedback wanted from families for local kindergarten providers and Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council and local kindergarten providers want to hear from families, to better understand kindergarten needs for the Shire into the future.
• 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.
• Neerim South War Memorial restored with support from the Victoria Remembers Grant Program
  Baw Baw Shire Council has completed restoration works on the War Memorial in Neerim South.
• Industrial land use strategy on existing and future supply adopted by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council adopted the Bass Coast Industrial Land Study at its council meeting, held on Wednesday, 16 March.
• Recycled road method to renew Matthew Street in Wonthaggi being used by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council is using an innovative method to renew Matthew Street in Wonthaggi, between Broome Crescent and Stewart Street.
• Applications open for Youth Grants Program from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Applications for Bass Coast Shire Council's Youth Grants Program are now open.
• 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.
• 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.
• Community feedback wanted on Surf Beach and Sunderland Bay estates drainage works by Bass Coast Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council will continue to investigate a potential special charge scheme for road and drainage upgrade works for the Surf Beach and Sunderland Bay estates.
• Community Assistance Grants of $2,001 to $5,000 now available in Wellington Shire Council
  Community groups looking for funding help can apply now for the latest round of Wellington Shire Council's Community Assistance Grants.
• New oval lighting for Inverloch, Dalyston and Cowes recreation reserves from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council will install new oval lighting at the Inverloch, Dalyston and Cowes recreation reserves over coming months.
• Financial support for residents of Bass Coast Shire impacted by June storms and floods
  People in Bass Coast hit hard by the storms and floods in June 2021 can now apply for financial support from the Australian Government.
• 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.
• Free outdoor play sessions in Wellington Shire for children's week
  Families across Wellington Shire will have plenty to celebrate during Children's Week, with free outdoor play sessions held in several locations.
• Child care services in Wellington Shire gets boost of $230,000
  Three child care providers in Wellington have received a welcome funding boost to meet the needs of local families.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Great outcomes for Latrobe City and Gippsland from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and Building Better Regions Fund
  Latrobe City Council has welcomed continued funding for key programs to support roads and local infrastructure as part of the 2022/23 Federal Budget.
• 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.
• 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.
• Emma Wiggle and Elsa from Frozen appear at local parks in Wellington Shire from 5 to 13 March 2022 as part of Parks Week
  Parks Week runs from 5 to 13 March with a jam-packed calendar of free or affordable events for the whole family.
• Click and Collect for Wellington Shire libraries to resume
  Library service allowing the members access books and resources during lockdown.
• Community to feedback wanted on Urban Forest Strategy for Bass Coast Shire
  Bass Coast Shire Council is developing an Urban Forest Strategy, to help ensure Bass Coast's 'urban forest' continues to thrive.
• Residents can now make request online to Bass Coast Shire Council
  Customers can now log their requests directly through Bass Coast Shire Council's website.
• 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.
• Free flu vaccines shots from National Immunisation Program start 10 May in Bass Coast Shire so book now
  Bass Coast Shire Council's Influenza immunisation program will begin in May, which offers free flu vaccinations through the National Immunisation Program.
• 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.
• Community feedback wanted on Communications and Engagement Strategy for Bass Coast Shire
  Bass Coast Shire Council is reviewing its Communications and Engagement Strategy and wants to hear from the community.
• Applications open for Building Disability Inclusive Businesses and Community Organisations grants from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Applications are now open for up to $1,000 for Bass Coast Shire Council's 2022 Building Disability Inclusive Businesses and Community Organisations Grant.
• Historical street signs installed to restore part of Warragul streetscape in Baw Baw Shire
  Installation of historical street signs that will preserve and have let you appreciate history as it changes through time.
• 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.
• Omeo Recreation Reserve become temporary camp site as Omeo Caravan Park gets cleaned up after floods
  East Gippsland Shire Council backed the establishment of an interim camping site at the Omeo Recreation Reserve.
• Ian Bye elected Mayor and Marcus McKenzie Deputy Mayor of Wellington Shire in 2021
  Elected as Wellington Shire Council Mayor and Cr Marcus McKenzie of Port Albert was elected Deputy Mayor, both councillors were elected to the positions unopposed.
• Online guide on how Gippslanders can live sustainably from Wellington Shire Council
  Information on how to live sustainably is now easier to find thanks to an upgrade of Wellington Shire Council's online resources for local residents and businesses.
• Community feedback for Traralgon Recreation Reserve and Showgrounds and Glenview Park precincts masterplans from Latrobe City Council
  Council has developed masterplans to redevelop the TRR&S and create a new community and events hub at Glenview park.
• Local community invited celebrate completion of solar energy project at Coronet Bay Community Hall in Bass Coast
  Bass Coast Shire Council is inviting the community to celebrate the completion of the solar energy project at Coronet Bay Community Hall this month.
• Winners of 2021 Business Awards held at Silverwater Resort in San Remo announced by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Local businesses were in the spotlight on Friday (18 February) night, as Bass Coast Shire Council announced the winners of the 2021 Business Awards at an event held at Silverwater Resort in San Remo.
• 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.
• 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.
• Community feedback wanted on draft Maffra structure plan in Wellington Shire
  Council is seeking community feedback for the Maffra structure plan.
• Phillip Island Community and Learning Centre on Church Street to be relocated to Blue Gum Reserve on Warley Avenue
  Bass Coast Shire Council has resolved to amend the Blue Gum Reserve Master Plan, to incorporate a new community garden.
• 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.
• Community feedback wanted on old Mallacoota Kindergarten building being demolished by Wellington Shire Council
  With the new kindergarten in Mallacoota now operational, the time has come to decommission and demolish the old building it replaced.
• Easter Bunny and ventriloquist with his collection of puppets visits Wellington Shire libraries from 12 - 14 April 2022
  Visits from the Easter Bunny, a ventriloquist and his collection of hilarious puppets are part of a big line-up of fun to celebrate Easter.
• West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation becomes not-for-profit organisation in Bass Coast Shire
  Council working with West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation on the proposed transition to ensure the required governance changes do not affect the important service and to meet the needs and expectations of the growing community.
• Newhaven jetty on Bass Coast is ready for renewal
  Bass Coast Shire Council is getting ready to complete a renewal of the Newhaven Jetty, which has been damaged due to age and wear and tear from wave action.
• Works in the Indigenous Art Garden at Rotary Park in Warragul is set to show on 16 May 2022
  The Rotary Club of Warragul, our Indigenous community and Baw Baw Shire Council are working together to create a new garden of local cultural significance.
• Feedback wanted in the Local Law review for Bass Coast Shire
  Bass Coast Shire Council is currently reviewing its Local Law and is calling on the community to provide feedback on the proposed changes.
• 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.
• Surf Beach and Sunderland Bay Project concept plans need community feedback from Bass Coast residents
  Bass Coast Shire Council will continue its development of concept plans for the potential special charge scheme for road and drainage upgrade works for the Surf Beach and Sunderland Bay estates.
• Works underway at the Newhaven Recreation Reserve Soccer Pavilion with $700,000 project under Sport and Recreation Victoria
  Bass Coast Shire Council has started work to extend the Soccer Pavilion at the Newhaven Recreation Reserve.
• Community feedback wanted for redesign three local playgrounds in Longwarry and Warragul
  Council is seeking community feedback to redesign local playgrounds.
• Come to Cowes Cultural and Community Centre community drop-in information session
  Information session for the community with regards of the cultural centre redevelopment.
• Activating our outdoor spaces this summer for business in Bass Coast Shire
  Bass Coast Shire Council is helping local businesses to create outdoor trading and dining spaces across the Shire this summer.
• Free event for International Women's Day at Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre on 8 March 2022
  Bass Coast Shire Council is hosting a free event for International Women's Day on Tuesday, 8 March at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre.
• Two representatives for Lake Guyatt Environmental Education Centre Advisory Committee in Wellington Shire
  Wellington Shire Council is seeking two people to represent the community on the Lake Guyatt Environmental Education Centre Advisory Committee.
• Budget and financial plan for 2021/22 adopted by South Gippsland Shire Council
  Budget and financial planning 2021-22.
• 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.
• 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
• East Gippsland residents invited to have say on mobile and internet services
  East Gippsland Shire Council is inviting locals to have their say on how to ensure secure, fast and reliable internet and mobile services for everyone in the shire.
• 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.
• Building of Cowes Cultural and Community Centre and Wonthaggi Guide Park has started
  Construction on two of Bass Coast Shire Council's major projects has now officially started, the Cowes Cultural and Community Centre and Wonthaggi Guide Park.
• Local community shapes future plans for vacant land at Rollo Street in Yarragon
  Council adopted the Rollo Street, Yarragon Masterplan, a planning document that will guide the future development of a vibrant, new community space.
• Community invited to help with recovery committees at Devon North Public Hall on 4 April 2022
  In response to severe weather events in June and October last year, Wellington Shire Council is inviting people to form community-led recovery committees in impacted areas of the municipality.
• Scenic Estate Conservation Reserve at Phillip Island will have public roads discontinued and closed
  Bass Coast Shire Council has resolved to begin the statutory process to discontinue public roads within Phillip Island's Scenic Estate Conservation Reserve.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Kinder open days coming up next week for towns in Baw Baw
  Look for the kindergarten facility near you and enroll your kindergartens online.
• Bass Coast looks forward to working with the Victorian government to help with 2026 Commonwealth Games
  Bass Coast Shire Council welcomed today's 2026 Commonwealth Games hosting announcement and looks forward to working with the State Government on securing popular sports.
• Community invited to online briefing on Warragul and Drouin preferred neighbourhood character design guidelines
  Online open community briefing will be held by the council to present councillors and the community with the draft design guidelines that are proposed to define overall township character and inform planning for future developments.
• 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.
• Buchan Recreation Reserve gets much-needed upgrade with $1.2M from federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  East Gippsland Shire Council will get the ball rolling on the much-needed upgrade of the Buchan Recreation Reserve.
• Detox your Home event to encourage Wonthaggi to dispose of unwanted household chemicals on 31 Oct 2021
  Bass Coast Shire Council is encouraging the community to dispose of unwanted household chemicals at the Detox your Home event, coming to Wonthaggi on Sunday, 31 October.
• Murray Street and Biggs Drive intersection upgrade gets $650,000 funding from Blackspot Program 2021/22 and Growing Suburbs Fund
  Bass Coast Shire Council is continuing to Unlock Opportunities in Wonthaggi, with significant pedestrian safety upgrade works on the intersection of Murray Street and Biggs Drive about to get underway.
• Controversial Grantville sand mine extension in Bass Coast gets a green light ignoring the environmental risks
  Bass Coast Shire Council is shocked and disappointed that the extension of a controversial sand mine in Grantville will go ahead after it was given the green light by the state government this week.
• Wonthaggi to Inverloch trail funded $3M from Victorian government's Growing Suburbs Fund
  Bass Coast Shire Council is thrilled to announce that the State Government's Growing Suburbs Fund will contribute $3 million to the development of a 14 kilometre path between Inverloch and Wonthaggi.
• Glengarry community invited to discuss updates to flood overlays and drainage on 17 March 2022
  In response to community interest, Latrobe City Council will hold a community open house session this week to discuss the proposed planning scheme Amendment C131.
• Free green waste disposal to assist storm clean-up in Baw Baw
  Transfer station locations and their operating time, and details to check before going to the nearest transfer stations.
• Inverloch shared pathway along Surf Parade is underway to complement the existing infrastructure
  Bass Coast Shire Council's construction of the next stage of the Inverloch Shared Pathway along Surf Parade is progressing well and is on track to be completed by the end of May.
• Sealing of Shetland Heights Road in San Remo between Penniwells Drive and Potters Hill Road
  Bass Coast Shire Council is continuing to improve its local road network, with the sealing of Shetland Heights Road in San Remo, between Penniwells Drive and Potters Hill Road.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Construction of Surf Parade Path extension in Inverloch begins
  Bass Coast Shire Council is excited to announce that construction of the next stage of the Surf Parade Shared Path in Inverloch will start in early February.
• Survey for local businesses to help measure the full impact of South Pacific Laundry sudden withdrawal from Gippsland
  Wellington Shire Council wants to hear from any local businesses impacted by the sudden withdrawal of linen services from Gippsland by South Pacific Laundry.
• 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.
• Cowes foreshore gets new groynes to improve coastal protection from Bass Coast Shire Council
  Eight new timber groynes are now in place to protect the Cowes East foreshore from erosion.
• Biggs Drive crossing upgrade will improve accessibility to Wonthaggi CBD and include pram access
  Bass Coast Shire Council is fully funding this $40,000 project, which will get underway from Monday, 7 March and take two weeks to complete.
• Foreshore vandalism in Bass Coast Policy to be combated with new policy
  Bass Coast Shire Council endorsed a new policy at its November Council Meeting, to provide a stronger response to illegal vegetation damage.
• 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.
• Rehabilitation of Cape Woolamai foreshore resulting from damage caused unauthorised activities under way
  Bass Coast Shire Council is undertaking works to rehabilitate a deliberately damaged section of the Cape Woolamai foreshore.
• Upcoming Warragul and Drouin design guidelines community consultation sessions to be moved online
  Council seeking the community's feedback for the Warragul and Drouin design guidelines.
• Kilcunda Caravan Park on Bass Highway gets new long-term lease
  Bass Coast Shire Council has awarded a long-term lease for the Kilcunda Caravan Park, located on the Bass Highway in Kilcunda.
• Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre awards local company A1 Solar & Electrical to install 100kW solar power system
  East Gippsland Shire Council is tapping into the power of the sun to save on energy costs by installing its largest-ever solar system in one of its buildings.
• 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.
• Cowes boat ramp facility eastern car park to be upgraded
  Bass Coast Shire Council is finalising plans for an upgrade of the eastern car park at the Cowes boat ramp facility.
• Social commentator Bernard Salt presents at Developing Bass Coast Forum at Bayview Room at Silverwater Resort in San Remo
  Bass Coast Shire Council is excited to be hosting its first in-person Developing Bass Coast Forum since 2019.
• Construction on new croquet pavilion within Blue Gum Reserve in Cowes has started
  Bass Coast Shire Council has begun construction on a new croquet pavilion within Blue Gum Reserve in Cowes.
• Jam Jerrup drainage upgrades along Foreshore Road
  Bass Coast Shire Council will carry out drainage renewal works along Foreshore Road in Jam Jerrup in August.
• Stage two of $110,000 new footpath along Eastwood Road in north Bairnsdale
  East Gippsland Shire Council has begun Stage Two of a new footpath along Eastwood Road, Eastwood, north of Bairnsdale.
• 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.
• Come see annual show-stopping display at Garden of Broughton Hall in Jindivick
  Come and visit the garden and its annual show at Broughton Hall.
• Maffra's Cameron Sporting Complex $9.5 million redevelopment in Wellington Shire officially opened
  After a number of frustrating cancellations due to Covid-19 restrictions, an official opening was finally held today for the Cameron Sporting Complex redevelopment.
• Work begins on 360 metre rock revetment wall along Cowes East Foreshore by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Works on Cowes East Foreshore will begin on 1 February and be completed by the end of July, subject to weather and tidal conditions.
• 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.
• Footpath renewal and parking bay upgrades of $80,000 in Inverloch under Bass Coast Capital Works Program
  Bass Coast Shire Council has several renewal projects about to get underway in Inverloch.
• Cowes in Phillip Island to get two new footpaths built
  Bass Coast Shire Council will construct two new footpaths in Cowes, starting this August.
• Free camping at Omeo Recreation Reserve until 17 April 2020 as Omeo Caravan Park reopens for Easter
  East Gippsland Shire Council remains committed to having the Omeo Caravan Park reopened in time for Easter.
• Community survey on the Great Southern Rail Trail - visitation and marketing plan
  Have your say through the survey to help guide the council through the development of the Great Southern Rail Trail.
• 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.
• 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.
• Gilbert Rochecouste from Village Well conducts public space activation improvement audits on Sale and Maffra for Wellington Shire Council
  Business owners led one of Australia's leading placemaking experts through Wellington Shire town centres last week to look at how they could be made as vibrant and lively as possible.
• 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.
• Lake Guyatt Environmental Education Centre with $650,000 construction grant from Wellington Shire Council
  Construction is underway on the Lake Guyatt Environmental Education Centre, a new space for events and learning programs with a focus on sustainability and culture.
• Maffra Lawn Tennis club gets new fences rewed with $130,000 grant in partnership with Wellington Shire Council
  Unsafe fences have been replaced as part of a major redevelopment of Maffra Lawn Tennis Club.
• Forest Park in Orbost gets $1.82M funding upgrade after the community consultation
  Council seeking for community feedback on Forest Park in Orbost project.
• Advocacy Priority list endorsed and several important grant applications supported by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Revised and updated advocacy priorities that will seek funding.
• 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.
• Feedback wanted on replacement of Rumble Pavilion at Bellbird Park in Drouin with new expansive multi-use community facility
  Council is seeking community input to identify potential future uses for Rumble Pavilion at Bellbird Park, Drouin as they determine the feasibility of its retention and the costs associated with its refurbishment.
• 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.
• Why come visit the charming town of Yarragon and its surrounds
  Dreamy countryside vibes belize Yarragon's proximity to the Big Smoke, find out the best way to experience a few days in this charming village.
• 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.
• Over 200 people attend Saturday Australia Day Celebrations at Nowa Nowa Recreation Reserve
  Australia Day Celebrations hosted by East Gippsland Shire Council the shire-wide awards tapped into the Australia Day theme of "We're all part of the story - reflect, respect, celebrate".
• Local Bass Coast artists transform fence surrounding Cowes Cultural and Community Centre
  An exciting initiative from Bass Coast Shire Council will see 28 artists supported to install 28 artworks.
• New Men's Shed Workshop at Neerim Junction on digital technology funded $80,000 from Victorian government
  Council has entered a community lease with Neerim District Community House and Men's Shed to develop a workshop facility located at the former Neerim Junction Tennis Courts, at 17 Court Rd, Neerim Junction.
• Feedback needed from local residents on what is to be done with former Yarragon Primary School site in Yolo Street
  Council is seeking community feedback on the Draft Masterplan for the site at 3-5 Rollo Street, Yarragon (formally Yarragon Primary School).
• 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.
• More axed jobs to come in agriculture research and development leaving Victorian farmers less productive and sustainable
  Victorian farmers face less service delivery after the Agriculture Minister refused to guarantee today the Labor government won't make more job cuts at Agriculture Victoria.
• Sandymount Avenue and Powlett Street to get raised pedestrian crossing part with $128,000 funding from Bass Coast Shire Council
  In a first for Bass Coast, a raised pedestrian crossing will be constructed at the intersection of Sandymount Avenue and Powlett Street in Inverloch this month.
• New Maryvale Mill Energy from Waste Facility will add local jobs from federal government's $48.2M investment through Modern Manufacturing Initiative program
  Latrobe City Council welcomes the federal government's commitment of $48.2 million to the energy from waste facility at the Maryvale Mill through the Modern Manufacturing Initiative.
• 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.
• Staying safe from COVID Omicron surge in Bass Coast Shire
  Information is brought for the community by Bass Coast Health and Bass Coast Shire Council to prepare, manage, and isolate.
• 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.
• 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.
• Berrys Beach Road renewal in Ventnor gets $400,000 from Victorian government and $25,000 from Bass Coast Council
  A section of Berrys Beach Road in Ventnor will be renewed by Bass Coast Shire Council in coming weeks.
• Join in and learn about the Bass Coast Walk for Reconciliation on 26 May 2022
  Council invites everyone to join Bass Coast Walk for Reconciliation on 26 May 2022, a joint media release from the Bass Coast Reconciliation Network.
• East Gippslanders dismayed by bushfire recovery grants program
  Council disappointment on the recovery grants for bush fire damages, requesting urgent review on bush fire recovery funding allocation for Gippsland.
• Latrobe Regional Airport looking to take-off under plan that sets out a long-term framework for development
  Council seeking expansion development opportunities for Latrobe Regional Airport that will help them support and grow the aviation operations.
• Place making projects for Nilma North, Tanjil Bren and Tetoora Road to start development
  Council has endorsed the 2021/22 Placemaking Program to benefit the smaller townships of Nilma North, Tanjil Bren and Tetoora Road.
• Minister for Planning Richard Wynne shuts down Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project due to unacceptable environmental effects
  Council is grateful for those who participated in the environmental effects statement and IAC hearing processes.
• 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.
• Access and inclusion on the agenda for Bass Coast
  Council held an access and inclusion forum to help shape the development of a new disability action plan.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• East Gippsland welcomes new citizens in Bairnsdale for April 2022
  East Gippsland's newest citizens have been officially welcomed at citizenship ceremony in Bairnsdale on Tuesday 26 April.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Everyone to enjoy Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre in Traralgon regardless of ability or language with introduction of Access Key
  Latrobe City Council delivers Access Key to customise accessibility to Gippsland Aquatic Centre (GRAC) in Traralgon
• Ray Akers, Archie Towers, Ben Davies and the Junior Hive named in recognised at Wellington Shire Awards 2022
  Recognising the advocacy of Mr Ray Akers as Citizen of the year and Mr Archie Towers as Young Citizen of the year through the Australia Day awars.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Some of Australia's most popular newspapers now available online through Wellington Shire libraries
  People can read the newspapers from any library or at home with a library card.