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East Gippsland Shire Council adopts new charter to promote a respectful community for all

Council acts to promote a respectful community for all‍.

By news@gippsland - 19th October 2021 - Back to News

A new charter that emphasises the importance of mutual respect between East Gippsland Shire Council staff, councillors and customers has been endorsed by Council. The Mutual Respect Charter is based on the principles of mutual respect, cooperation and a safe and respectful workplace, and outlines the rights and responsibilities of community members, councillors and staff in all Council-related interactions.

Current and former East Gippsland Shire Councillors, seated from the left, Cr Trevor Stow, Mayor Mendy Urie, and Deputy Mayor, Cr Mark Reeves, standing from left, Cr Sonia Buckley, Cr Tom Crook, Cr Jane Greacen OAM, Cr Arthur Allen, Cr Kirsten Van Diggele and Cr John White

Being accessible and responsible

Mayor Cr Mendy Urie welcomed the adoption of the new charter, describing it as a 'very important piece of policy'. "This is a charter that encourages people to be considerate towards others and clearly documents expectations around behaviour and courtesy when interacting with council. It's about everyone respecting each other," Cr Urie said.

The charter commits council to being accessible and responsive to the community and members of the public, to value respectful relationships with community and customers, and to respond to community member requests in a timely, fair and open manner.

Expectation of a fair and impartial assessment

Cr Urie said, "It's important for our organisation and our customers that reasons are given that explain decisions, and there is an expectation of a fair and impartial assessment made based on the facts and merits of matters raised with council."

"We want the community to feel comfortable in communicating its concerns and views without fear of reprisal. Likewise, council staff have a right to a respectful, safe and healthy working environment free from verbal abuse, offensive behaviour, threats and violence." Cr Urie said.

You can read the charter at the East Gippsland Shire code of conduct page.

Pictures from East Gippsland Council website.

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  Victorian Government is helping kindergarten services across Eastern Victoria reduce the risk of coronavirus transmission, with support for better ventilation measures to help keep children and staff COVIDSafe.
• 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.
• Gippsland lifesaver Barrie Smith of Seaspray and Alpine First Aid and Training recognised in Life Saving Victoria Awards of Excellence
  Local lifesavers and facilities from the Gippsland region have been recognised in Life Saving Victoria's (LSV's) 2021 Awards of Excellence.
• Gippslanders urged to visit Sale in October to see Australia's oldest and most prestigious art award - Archibald Prize
  Entries on Young Archie 2021 exhibition in Gippsland are on exhibition on Level 2 of the Gippsland Art Gallery, from 27 Sep - 21 Nov 2021.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Gippsland small and medium businesses can partake in $400 million of support from 'Victorian Business Support Package'
  A new jointly funded package from the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments will give Victorian small and medium businesses the extra support and confidence they need to recover from the recent lockdown.
• 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
• Baw Baw shire businesses take out prestigious Gippsland Business Awards 2021
  Businesses across Baw Baw and the region have been recognised for their outstanding contribution and achievements
• 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.
• TAFE Gippsland gets $4 million upgrade from 'TAFE Asset Maintenance Fund' to cater for growing enrolments at Warragul Campus
  Warragul students will soon move into new state-of-the-art facilities at TAFE Gippsland, funded by the Andrews Labor Government.
• Latrobe City Council re-opens Cumberland Park kindergarten after negative results for COVID-19
  Identified close contact resulted negative from COVID-19.
• 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.
• Eight major Gippsland businesses get research and advice through the 'Driving Gippsland's Food and Fibre Agenda' program
  Gippsland's vital food and fibre sector is set to benefit with seven local businesses selected to participate in a new innovative initiative, backed by the Andrews Labor Government.
• Gippsland residents reminded to submit photographs the 2022 #lovegippsland calendar
  Encouraging photographers and the community to send their photograph entry for the calendar.
• Gippsland small to medium exporters can apply for federal Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) to co-fund international marketing and promotional expenses
  Russell Broadbent MP has urged exporters in Monash to take advantage of the Coalition Government's improved export grants program.
• Gippsland Disability Advocacy received $40,000 to connect carers from across Gippsland through formal and informal peer support programs
  Local unpaid carers who selflessly support their loved ones will receive more support from the Victorian Government to help care for their own wellbeing.
• Gippsland live performance presenters and suppliers can apply for state support from event cancellations between May and September
  The Victorian Government is providing more support for live performance events that have been cancelled due to the recent coronavirus restrictions.
• Gippsland government schools can apply for state funded solar panels through Greener Government School Buildings program
  Applications for the school solar panel system are now open.
• Gippsland hospitality businesses will stay shut on Friday from unworkable rules imposed by Andrews Labor government
  Ease of restriction given to Victoria is not enough to keep businesses to stay open and recover.
• Gippsland tourism peak body aligns with Tourism Australia and encouraging vaccinations
  National response for COVID-19, protecting yourself and the community.
• Gippsland motorists robbed of life-saving road upgrades as state and federal government dithers
  Government failing to fast track the road safety upgrades putting regional communities in critical functioning.
• Gippsland and Latrobe Valley to benefit from federal Clean Hydrogen Industrial Hubs fund
  The Federal Government's $1.2 billion hydrogen investment is set to boost economic activity and jobs in regional Australia.
• Gippsland Country Music Festival returns to Mossvale Park in South Gippsland
  Family-friendly, all-ages festival that showcases Australia's best country music including well-known legendary artists as well as the most exciting up-and-coming live acts.
• 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.
• Gippsland hotels get federal funding to improve energy efficiency
  Funding grants to upgrade hotel and accommodation providers to install energy monitoring equipment and improvement works through double glazing insulation.
• No more excuses for bushfire recovery delays in East Gippsland from Andrews Labor government
  All levels of government have been challenged to stop making excuses and get on with the job of delivering bushfire recovery projects in East Gippsland.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Low-income Gippsland households can apply for $1,000 rebate to replace old heaters from state government 'Home Heating and Cooling Upgrade' program
  Heating upgrade grant to support low-income households.
• Men's sheds in Gippsland share $17,500 funding from National Shed Development federal program
  Men's sheds in Gippsland have received a much-needed boost with funding from the Federal Government's National Shed Development Programme (NSDP).
• 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.
• Not clear how Gippsland and Latrobe Valley hospitals performing during a pandemic after health services fail to finalise annual reports
  The community has no clear idea of how local regional hospitals are performing during a pandemic after nearly 60 country health services failed to finalise their annual reports.
• Join South Gippsland Australia Day Short Film and Photography competition for 2022
  Short film and photography competition hosted by the council that will be shown in Leongatha cinema.
• Northe calls for Gippsland hospice care facility in Latrobe Valley and proposed Hazelwood House in Churchill
  Message from Mr Russell Northe MP to Gippsland Hospice Family to advocate for the consideration of a dedicated hospice for the region.
• Fare freeze in Gippsland thaws increasing cost for passengers taking train or bus
  Gippsland line passengers will pay more to take the train or bus from today, with public transport fees set to rise.
• Applications open for Gippsland Recycling centres grants up to $500,000 from Victorian government $40.9M Regional Recycling Fund
  Recycling centres across regional Victoria including in Gippsland can apply for grants of up to $500,000 for infrastructure upgrades as part of Round One of the $40.9 million Regional Recycling Fund.
• 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.
• Art arrives at Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale for Archibald Prize exhibition opening
  Archibald Prize at Gippsland Art Gallery starts on Friday 8 October to 21 November 2021.
• Shooting clubs across Gippsland to benefit from Victorian government's 'Shooting Sports Facilities Program'
  Shooting clubs across Eastern Victoria are celebrating after securing funding to upgrade their facilities.
• 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.
• Keith Cook elected to fill Baw Baw Shire Council West Ward vacancy
  Re-elected councillor swearing-in and induction to join and be a part of his old team.
• Grants available for Gippsland organisations to build community bushfire and floods resilience
  Guidelines for the Federal Government's Preparing Australian Communities Program - Local have been released ahead of applications opening.
• Support for Gippsland manufacturers to create jobs via Modern Manufacturing Initiative (MMI)
  Funding and support to boost manufacturing sector and guidelines for support application.
• 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.
• Victorian and Gippsland farmers bumper harvest at risk as hard lockdowns make worsen labour shortages
  Victorian farmers' hopes of a record-breaking harvest are at risk while COVID restrictions continue to wreak havoc with availability of farm labourers.
• Fit outs continue on Gippsland Performing Arts Centre with completion expected by end of 2021
  Works to complete the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre exterior and the interior fit out are continuing.
• Jobs boost to south and west Gippsland with 11 projects approved for funding from federal 'Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program'
  Funding for local roads projects that will support more jobs and help in the economic growth for the community.
• Fit out underway for Gippsland Performing Arts Centre as part of $18.5 million upgrade
  Improving Gippsland Performing Arts Centre that is designed for better experience that can also serve as asset to the region.
• Regions like Gippsland out of lockdown but it's the lockdown they didn't need to have
  Truth about the COVID-19 information hidden to the Victorians.
• 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.
• Regional kids including Gippsland still locked out of the classroom, but the Andrew's Labor state government won't tell us why
  Andrews Labor Government's decision to force students in regional communities into remote learning.
• Victorian including Gippsland farmers' livelihood at risk while worker deal is stranded on Premier's desk
  The Labor government is putting the agricultural sector into crisis, dismissing famers' calls for help.
• More cutting-edge equipment for Gippsland Tech School to deliver more innovative STEM learning programs
  The Gippsland Tech School will soon be more high-tech to support Victorian Tech Schools to buy new equipment and deliver more innovative STEM learning programs.
• 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.
• Housing crisis grips Gippsland as rental availability drops to nearly 50%
  A review by One Gippsland has revealed a critical accommodation shortage across the region. The decrease in availavility has lead to massive increae in households seeking social housing assistance.
• Regions in Victoria like Gippsland need a guaranteed positive way forward crippling 18 months of uncertainty and lockdown
  The time has come to guarantee a positive way forward for regional Victorian communities that have been crippled by 18 months of uncertainty and lockdown.
• Further support for Gippsland job seekers with the extension of employment facilitator services
  Funding to support and employ local job-seekers and facilitators.
• 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.
• James Reid - Baw Baw Shire Planning Director departs to pursue potentially career-defining project in professional planning
  Baw Baw Shire Council Director of Planning and Development James Reid to pursue a role with the Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Feedback wanted from Gippsland dairy farmers on Dairy Code of Conduct
  Local MP Darren Chester is encouraging Gippsland dairy farmers to have their say on the Dairy Code of Conduct.
• Russell Broadbent's Gippsland school leavers' guide for those graduating in 2021
  Assistance for graduates to have innovative solutions for their future.
• Three new breweries in from Orbost, Warragul and Traralgon helping put Gippsland on the beer lover's map
  Three new breweries in Gippsland for you to visit.
• 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.
• 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.
• Regions in Victorians like Gippsland should be released from the seven-day lockdown says Peter Walsh
  Misinformation about the COVID test resulted in the statewide lockdown.
• Upgrades and specialist equipment for Gippsland early childhood education centres via Victorian government Building Blocks Inclusion fund
  Upgrades to early childhood education centres and specialist equipment to help improve learning outcomes.
• Bass Coast Rail Trail wooden bridge east of Mouth of Powlett Road in Kilcunda to be renewed
  Funding for the improvement of tracks, trails and the construction of the wooden bridge located along theBass Coast Rail Trail.
• 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.
• Free adaptable community training in South Gippsland to recover from challenges of 2020
  Free workshops for the community to join to help their organisations for more success.
• Baw Baw Shire residents can book additional hard waste pick up service to help with Spring cleanup
  Additional hard waste collection bookings are now open for Baw Baw Shire residents looking to get their Spring cleaning done and dusted.
• Nationals alternative roadmap for Victoria and Gippsland to reopen, rebuild and recover out of COVID restrictions delivers certainty and positivity
  Victorians are looking for an iron-clad guarantee on the road to reopen, rebuild and recover.
• Leadership training providers in West and South Gippsland needed to apply for federal Building Resilient Regional Leaders Initiative pilot program
  Applications for funding to support current and emerging regional leaders to develop leadership and resilience skills are now open,eligible training providers are encouraged to send their applications for the grant.
• Implementation of revised Open Space Maintenance Standards by Baw Baw Shire Council sees improvement on the ground
  Implementation of the adopted open space maintenance will have operational changes, gaining more appreciation and positive feedback.
• Russell Northe encourages community support for Gippsland hospice at Churchill in Latrobe Valley
  Online petition for state government to consider and explore opportunities to build a hospice in the local community.
• Darren Chester has officially launched Gippsland's biggest survey to understand regional needs
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has officially launched Gippsland's Biggest Survey.
• Students in regional Victoria such as Gippsland should not have to endure more weeks locked out of the classroom
  Students in regional Victoria should not have to endure more weeks locked out of the classroom.
• 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.
• Support Baw Baw Shire hospitality and businesses throughout the pandemic with 'Baw Baw Eat and Explore' campaign and website
  Government project that encourages community to buy local products as much as they can to help the businesses thrive with the current challenges from the pandemic.
• Watch for wildlife throughout Gippsland in warmer weather such as Magpies and snakes
  Knowing more about the wildlife and how we can help protect them.
• 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.
• 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.
• Exemption to current travel restrictions in South Gippsland available to those needing to carry out summer fire preparation activities
  Travel permit applications that take between 2 - 5 business days to process, if sufficient time is not allowed for processing, this will result in your application being rejected.
• 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.
• Residents invited to give feedback on South Gippsland's Community Vision project
  South Gippsland residents are invited to get involved in shaping up the community vision project of the council.
• Feedback needed from Baw Baw Shire residents on how we manage pets and pet owner issues
  Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan 2021 - 2025.
• 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 prepares at Phillip Island for School Leavers Week 2021
  The official School Leavers Week runs from 27 November to 4 December.
• 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.
• Federal funding of $3 million goes to DefendTex in Gippsland for Australia's first 3D printed space launching rocket boosters
  Funding to conduct Australia's first 3D printed rocket booster for space in Gippsland.
• Enrolments for Free TAFE in Gippsland up by 29 percent for 2020
  More than 13,000 jobseekers enrolled in the Andrews Labor Government's Free TAFE initiative across TAFE Gippsland, Box Hill Institute and Chisholm Institute last year, making rewarding career pathways a reality for thousands of Victorians.
• Archibald Prize 2021 has opened at the Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale for next 45 days
  Archibald Prize opens at Gippsland Art Gallery and portraits featured.
• 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.
• Keith Cook sworn in as a Baw Baw Shire Councillor
  Keith Cook has been sworn in as a Baw Baw Shire Councillor with a ceremony held this afternoon in the Fountain Room of the West Gippsland Art Centre.
• New Mallacoota Community Clubrooms a focal point for township
  The new Mallacoota Community Clubrooms were officially opened on Sunday 11 July, providing a purpose-built facility and focal point for the community.
• 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.
• Free pair of glasses for 176 students across West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley from Andrews Labor Victorian government
  One thousand more Victorian students can now see more clearly and concentrate better at school, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government's free Glasses for Kids program.
• How Labor's tax hike will slug Gippsland farmers, families and businesses
  Victorians pay the highest land taxes in Australia, but still the government is hiking them up even further.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Funding to support that landcare facilitator roles in Gippsland and Eastern Victoria
  Funding to support facilitator jobs that would help improve landcare and biodiversity.
• Rowenna Dunn announced as new manager for the West Gippsland Arts Centre
  Announcement of Rowenna Dunn as new manager of West Gippsland Arts Centre.
• Federal assistance of $7 million paid to Gippsland local governments for first quarter 2021-22
  Local governments in Monash have received their first 2021-22 quarterly payment through the Federal Government's Financial Assistance Grant program.
• 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.
• NYE on the Hill 2021 three day festival near Loch Village in South Gippsland gets $178,200 from federal Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand Fund
  Receiving support from the government to give more opportunities to the arts sector, as well as job opportunities for the community.
• Restarting arts festivals in West and South Gippsland with Festivals Australia federal program
  Program that supports community participation in, and access to, the arts experience at a festival.
• 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.
• Dog friendly holiday accommodation in Gippsland when planning your next family break
  Dog lovers, think beyond accommodation where you're permitted to bring your dog, to next-level pooch-dedicated resorts.
• The Disability Gateway is new one-stop shop for support to people in Gippsland with a disability
  People with disability can now access support team which includes information, programs and support available.
• These Girls & Boys Can Ride bike club supports local business along East Gippsland Rail Trail
  What started as a bike ride with a few friends has turned into a group of over 100 members from across East Gippsland.
• Federal funding for Baw Baw Shire to increase protection from extreme weather events like bushfires and floods
  Governments have invested in local projects under the Risk and Resilience Grants Program to further protect our communities.
• Sandhill Road Reserve protects endangered Gippsland Red Gum Grassy Woodland vegetation
  A project to restore land at Stratford once used for cattle grazing to a nature reserve, is now ready for the public to enjoy thanks to a collaboration between Wellington Shire Council and Avon Landcare Group.
• 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.
• Darren Chester encourages eligible Gippslanders to get vaccinated
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging eligible Gippslanders to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Archibald prize 2021 to be hosted by Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale in October
  Australia's favourite art award, the prestigious Archibald Prize for portraiture is coming to Gippsland.
• Five remote areas get improved mobile phone coverage in East Gippsland
  Five remote areas in East Gippsland will receive improved mobile phone coverage thanks to Federal Government funding.
• 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.
• Book readers in Wellington Shire invited to share reading experiences online via Zoom event
  Online sharing of reading experiences to share with other participants.
• Young Archie 2021 exhibition now open at Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale
  Gippslanders will get a unique first look at Australia's oldest and most prestigious art award when the Archibald Prize opens in Sale next week.
• 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.
• Latrobe City community invited to 'Buy a Seat' to support local theatre at Gippsland Performing Arts Centre
  Program aims to support free education and public programs, helping to provide greater access to our community.
• Worker shortage will derail Victorian and Gippsland farms and agriculture businesses
  The Andrews Labor Government has failed to step up to the plate to solve a desperate shortage of workers across Victorian farms and agriculture businesses.
• Budget and financial plan for 2021/22 adopted by South Gippsland Shire Council
  Budget and financial planning 2021-22.
• List of the best things to see in Gippsland for spring 2021
  Spring is an amazing time to visit Gippsland with the fragrant gardens, thunderous waterfalls, and outdoor wanderings, events that are surely a must see.
• 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.
• Over $270,000 of federal funding for indigenous projects in East Gippsland
  Three Indigenous programs in East Gippsland will benefit from funding as part of the Federal Government's Indigenous Advancement Strategy.
• Landfill tender for South Gippsland out this weekend
  Transfer stations and hard waste collection services to start on 3 July.
• Cancellations in Victorian public transport like Vline in Gippsland could be avoided with rapid testing for COVID
  Victoria's public transport to be disrupted by underpreparedness of the system.
• Explore your backyard online this National Water Week with East Gippsland Water
  Join us in an online learning festival to celebrate the national water week.
• Federal Tourism Minister Dan Teham MP joins One Gippsland as board member
  One Gippsland has welcomed an influential new member with Destination Gippsland joining the Board to help drive the alliance's tourism agenda.
• Nominate a local Baw Baw Shire legend for a 2022 Australia Day Award
  Nominations for the 2022 Australia Day Awards are now open and close at 5pm on Monday 22 November 2021.
• 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.
• 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.
• New Australian Agriculture Worker Visa from Liberal and National federal will be a boon for west and south Gippsland
  Farmers and primary producers in Monash are a step closer to benefitting from the Liberal and National Government's new Australian Agriculture Worker Visa.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Latrobe Valley paper will continue to be sent by rail for export and distribution as key Gippsland freight service gets stimulus for Victorian government
  Improvements on train tracks that will help ensure its daily runs.
• 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.
• Multi-million for bushfire recovery infrastructure projects is great news for East Gippsland
  Funding announcements and grant received from council that would benefit the economy, as well as 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.
• 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.
• Rapid COVID-19 testing key for getting regional and Gippsland VLine trains back on track
  Lengthy shutdown to Victoria's regional train network is driving a push for rapid testing to be rolled out for staff across the public transport network.
• Community feedback wanted on draft Maffra structure plan in Wellington Shire
  Council is seeking community feedback for the Maffra structure plan.
• 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.
• New data shows demand for youth mental health service highest in Victoria
  Harrowing new data from the Kids Helpline shows the emotional toll Daniel Andrews' lockdowns are taking on the youngest Victorians.
• 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.
• Pandemic-driven property price rises putting the squeeze on Gippsland and other regional home buyers
  Property and rental price hike in regional Victoria, while availability in other areas are dropping.
• New Turra Pavilion at Trafalgar Recreation Reserve is new home of Trafalgar Victory Football Club and Trafalgar Boxing Club
  Trafalgar Recreation Reserve's new Turra Pavilion will be open on early 2022, catering the needs of sporting clubs.
• 2021 Australian Netball Championships format revamped as September event at Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium postponed
  The Australian Netball Championships will be played in a decentralised format this year, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to present significant challenges for sport.
• Tim Bull says Environment Minister Lily D'Ambrosio failure to ensure Buchan pool and East Cape Boardwalk are safe is disgraceful
  Lack of comprehension and no appetite from the government to reopen Buchan, also, lack of interest in reopening it has disappointed many in the community.
• New date set for the Erica Country Expo
  The Erica Country Expo has been rescheduled to a new date due to ongoing public health concerns impacting the State, event will take place on the new date of Saturday 15 January 2022.
• 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.
• Remembrance Day commemoration for Baw Baw Shire will be hosted in Warragul at the Cenotaph
  Remembrance Day commemoration will be hosted in Warragul at the Cenotaph on the corner of Smith and Victoria Streets
• New York Times recommends to see Bass Coast's own Penguin Parade
  Bass Coast's own Penguin Parade featured at number 24 on The New York Times' 2022 list of 52 places to visit.
• 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).
• Rates notices issued in South Gippsland Shire
  Contact the rate team for your revenue rates and concerns.
• 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.
• 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.
• Plan an Alpine summer holiday in Gippsland for 2021/22
  Fresh mountain air, explore twisty rivers, shady forests and welcoming alpine villages.
• 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.
• 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.
• Baw Baw community has their questions answered by Mayor Danny Goss over live online Q&A
  Mayor of Baw Baw Shire, Councillor Danny Goss hosted a live Facebook Q&A on Tuesday evening to cover all the hot topics our community cares about.
• How Labor is helping regional communities like Gippsland recover from storms
  Funding made available to help communities recover from the storm.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• New facilities for students at St Angela of the Cross Primary School in Warragul from $1,750,000 federal funding
  Member for Monash Russell Broadbent virtually blessed the opening of Stage 1 of St Angela of the Cross Primary School that was funded by the Coalition Government.
• 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.
• New home for Maffra Neighbourhood House with $54,345 from federal Building Better Regions Fund
  Maffra Neighbourhood House will have its own dedicated facility thanks to funding from the Federal Government.
• 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.
• Community feedback wanted for redesign three local playgrounds in Longwarry and Warragul
  Council is seeking community feedback to redesign local playgrounds.
• 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.
• Federal funding boost to upgrade Bengworden Road in East Gippsland
  Upgrades for safety and improved driving conditions that will also help support local jobs.
• Landcare Australia gets bushfire environmental recovery boost of $3.8 million from federal wildlife and habitat recovery for East Gippsland
  Nearly 20 projects in East Gippsland will receive funding to aid the recovery of native wildlife and habitat severely impacted by the 2019/20 black summer bushfires.
• Farm gate trails offering taste-led tours for locals and tourist for East Gippsland
  Taste-led tours lets the region showcase high-quality Gippsland beef and excellent wild-caught seafood, along with quality wines, craft beer, olives and olive oil, chocolate and condiments.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Early Christmas gift for Newborough and Sandy Point Men's Sheds in Gippsland
  The Morrison-Joyce Government is providing an early Christmas present to Monash by providing $6928 to continue to support the health of men through the National Shed Development Programme (NSDP).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Disaster assistance from federal funding for Bass Coast and South Gippsland after severe storms
  Financial support now available to local governments in Bass Coast and Gippsland.
• 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".
• 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.
• 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.
• Click and Collect for Wellington Shire libraries to resume
  Library service allowing the members access books and resources during lockdown.
• Cowes in Phillip Island to get two new footpaths built
  Bass Coast Shire Council will construct two new footpaths in Cowes, starting this August.
• Strengthening community safety in Moe with 35 new CCTV in CBD
  Community members and businesses welcomed the installation of 35 new CCTV cameras in the Moe CBD Precinct.
• 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.
• 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.
• Top 12 best summer activities with kids in Gippsland for 2022
  Summertime with the fam is the best time, and there are so many activities for the kids, family and kids to enjoy.
• Tickets on sale for Archibald Prize exhibition in October at Gippsland Art Gallery
  Tickets on sale for Archibald Prize at Gippsland Art Gallery.
• Ready, set, play in new playgrounds for Longwarry and Yarragon
  New playgrounds in Longwarry and Yarragon are ready for play these school holidays after receiving their final tick of approval.
• 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.
• Peter Walsh says rapid testing will help Melbourne and regions in Victoria like Gippsland open up and stay open
  Rapid COVID-19 testing as the key to put Victoria back on track.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Funding applications open for new $3M Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) federal program
  The Morrison Government is investing more than $1 billion into the arts and creative sector in 2021‑22.
• Bullock Island upgrade with new facilities for Lakes Entrance Fishermen's Co-Operative underway
  Funding to various projects for Bullock Island that would benefit the benefit the locals and visitors.
• Lucknow Recreation Reserve clubrooms gets $42,000 for Tesla solar power and batteries from Gippsland Climate Change Network
  Installation of energy storage battery at Lucknow Recreation Reserve clubrooms that will help save money on electricity cost and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
• Another horror month from VLine from commuters on Gippsland trains
  V/Line's reliability plummeted to a record low last month, including on train lines to Gippsland and Bairnsdale.
• 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.
• Community consultation starts for $2M Mallacoota streetscape upgrade
  Community consultation to upgrade the Mallacoota streetscape.
• Community consultation extended for Sunderland Bay and Surf Beach estates
  Extension community consultation period for the proposed road and drainage improvement program for Sunderland Bay and Surf Beach estates.
• 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.
• 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.
• Calling for applications to chair Regional Development Gippsland committee
  Positions are now open to lead the regional development committees.
• Labertouche Community Hall gets lovingly restored through the Latrobe Valley Authority,s Community and Facility Fund
  Labertouche Community Hall has been lovingly restored with a new roof, ceiling and floor, thanks to support from the Andrews Labor Government.
• Community sponsorship program for Baw Baw opening in July
  Sponsorship and grants for community organisations to assist for the community development.
• 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.
• Keeping Baw Baw's urban nature strips safe with its newly adopted guidelines
  Council has adopted the Urban Nature Strip Guidelines to outline the kinds of modifications residents can make to nature strips while ensuring they remain safe and accessible.
• Community feedback wanted for Warragul and Drouin residential design guidelines that will shape the future look of these towns
  All residents are invited to help shape guidelines that will define the overall township character for future developments in Drouin and Warragul.
• 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.
• List of best Victorian beaches to visit this summer in Gippsland
  Tips for your Gippsland beach discovery bucket list for you to visit and have fun with friends and family.
• 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.
• Victorian businesses and community organisations can apply for $2,000 grants from COVIDSafe Outdoor Activation Voucher Program
  The Victorian Government is helping businesses and the community breathe new life into local neighbourhoods as vaccination progressively delivers greater freedoms across the state from Friday.
• 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.
• Federation University in Churchill has new pathway for local students to study medicine
  Local MP Darren Chester has welcomed the introduction of a new pathway at Federation University to allow local students to study medicine.
• Mallacoota Gun Club gets $9000 for new solar power system from federal government funding
  Funding for the re-establishment of the facility.
• Justice Melinda Richards of the Victorian Supreme Court shuts down the majority of timber harvesting in East Gippsland
  A decision by Justice Richards in the Supreme Court yesterday has delivered a shocking Christmas blow to timber industry workers in East Gippsland.
• SEED Lakeside Community Garden creator Shae Wilson gets $59,500 federal grant to support social and emotional health
  SEED Lakeside Community Garden in Sale will benefit from funding from the Federal Government.
• Australia Day Awards ceremony at Nowa Nowa Recreation Reserve on 22 January
  East Gippsland's Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday 22 January at Nowa Nowa Recreation Reserve from 10.30am.
• Australia Day Awards ceremony at Nowa Nowa Recreation Reserve on 22 January
  East Gippsland’s Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday 22 January at Nowa Nowa Recreation Reserve from 10.30am.
• Honouring the Vietnam Veterans and Veterans Motorcycle Club of Gippsland Chapter
  Member for Monash Russell Broadbent and Member for Narracan Gary Blackwood, honouring the Vietnam Veterans and Veterans Motorcycle Club - Gippsland Chapter.
• 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.
• 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.
• No more excuses for Victorian Labor to delay worker fix for Gippsland farmers
  The Andrews Labor Government has run out of excuses to delay fixing Victoria's farm worker shortage, after the Federal Government today confirmed details of Australia's ag visa program.
• 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.
• Federal Local Economic Recovery program funds $1.4 million for improvements to Buchan streetscape in East Gippsland
  Buchan streetscape will be upgraded thanks to Federal Government funding through the Local Economic Recovery Program.
• Phillip island gets $144,000 in federal funding for new safety upgrades and improvements to roads
  New road safety upgrades and improvements will be delivered in Monash thanks to funding from the Australian Government.
• Applications open for Community Cricket Program for grass root cricket clubs to share in $13.5M funding
  Applications are open for the next round of the Community Cricket Program that will provide opportunities for grass root cricket clubs to share in $13.5 million to develop and upgrade cricket facilities across Victoria.
• Australia day awards for 2020 nominations open for people that have gone above and beyond in South Gippsland Shire
  Nominations are now open for the South Gippsland Australia Day Awards.
• 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.
• Baw Baw and Latrobe City community organisations share over $1.3 million funding from Shade Grants program
  Ensuring the community from the harmful rays of the sun.
• Marlo Angling Club community hall to be upgraded with $336,000 funding from Local Economic Recovery Program
  Upgrading the angling club hall for long-term benefit for the community.
• Latrobe Regional Hospital to host Mind Australia pop-up community mental health service and cater to Gippsland
  Additional funding to support the mental health workforce for better and more accessible services as the Latrobe Regional Hospital to host one of the pop-up community mental health services.
• More than $15 million federal money spent to reduce mobile phone black spots across Gippsland
  Gippslanders are safer, and the economy has prospered because of more than $15 million being spent to reduce mobile phone black spots, according to the Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
• Mountain bike trails at Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort are now open and perfect activity in Gippsland over summer
  Biking season at Mt Baw Baw is now open, with essential bookings suited for your convenience.
• Cowes Cultural and Community Centre gets $5M federal funding from Building Better Regions Program
  Federal Government's Building Better Regions Program, for the construction of the Cowes Cultural and Community Centre.
• 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.
• Wairewa Public Hall and Reserve gets $14,509 funding upgrades from federal Build Drought Resilience program
  Two organisations in East Gippsland will benefit from funding as part of the Future Drought Fund's Networks to Build Drought Resilience program.
• 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.
• Macalister Resilience and Critical Infrastructure project gets $2.5M federal funding to improve pathway to Gippsland water security
  The Macalister Resilience and Critical Infrastructure project will receive $2.5 million in federal government funding.
• Call to federal government to extend funding for the HeadtoHelp (H2H) program in Gippsland
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is calling on the Federal Government to extend funding for the HeadtoHelp (H2H) program in Gippsland.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• The Andrews Labor government invests $5.7 million for new social housing homes in Drouin and Morwell
  Government investment to provide support housing for the less advantaged people.
• 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.
• Come to Cowes Cultural and Community Centre community drop-in information session
  Information session for the community with regards of the cultural centre redevelopment.
• 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.
• 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.
• Darren Chester challenges Victorian Labor politicians to reject plan to shut down timber industry in Gippsland
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is challenging Victorian Labor politicians to reject the Andrews Government plan to shut down the native hardwood timber industry by 2030.
• Vexatious court claims closes timber coupe for training Victorian essential service personnel at TAFE Gippsland
  Timber coupe being used by TAFE Gippsland for training Victorian essential service personnel has been targeted by vexatious court claims resulting in its closure.
• Advocacy Priority list endorsed and several important grant applications supported by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Revised and updated advocacy priorities that will seek funding.
• Even faster broadband coming for South and West Gippsland
  Suburbs and towns across Australia to become eligible to upgrade to NBN's Fibre.
• 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).
• 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.
• Official opening of Mallacoota community clubrooms by Darren Chester
  Sport and recreational facility upgrade that will serve the community for years that also supports and boosts the community and the economy.
• Tender awarded to Langden Constructions for community facility in Bellbird Park at Drouin
  Works on a vibrant multi-use community facility at Drouin's Bellbird Park have achieved a key milestone with the tender awarded to Langden Constructions Pty Ltd and construction scheduled to begin.
• Limited lockdowns a win for regional communities like Gippsland
  A move to use limited lockdowns, by LGA, gives some long overdue relief and certainty to regional Victorian families, businesses and communities.
• 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.
• Traralgon and Warragul to benefit from Andrews Victorian government rural residential aged care facilities renewal program
  The Victorian Government is upgrading public sector residential aged care services across Eastern Victoria, creating new jobs and ensuring hundreds of older Victorians continue to receive the care and comfort they deserve.
• Expanded free TAFE turbocharges post-covid Victoria and Gippsland
  Additional TAFE courses ensuring appropriate training for Victorian job seekers.
• Over $400,000 of federal funding for indigenous projects in Wellington Shire
  Five programs in Gippsland received funding under the Federal Government's Indigenous Advancement Strategy.