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Leongatha Knights Football Club president talks about how they levelled up through community grants and other council project updates

South Gippsland Shire Council updates on their projects and programs.

By news@gippsland - 15th March 2024 - Back to News

Over the years, South Gippsland Shire Council has contributed funding to many projects that have not only aided our not-for-profit organisations but also benefited our wider community. We recently caught up with Leongatha Knight's president, Lorcan Heneghan, and vice president, Beth Milkins. to chat about how South Gippsland Shire Council's Community Grants have helped them level up the playing field.

South Gippsland Shire Council funded projects benefiting nonprofits and the community. Leongatha Knights' leaders praised Community Grants for leveling opportunities

Community grants

Time is running out to apply for South Gippsland Shire Council's Community Grants. Community Grants are an opportunity for council to give back to the local clubs and community groups who give so much to others. Grants can be used for both minor and major projects and equipment, planning and developing reports, and festivals and events. For more information and to apply for a grant, please visit Community Grants page:

• For further assistance, please phone 5662 9200
• Email: grants@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Applications close midnight Sunday 31 March 2024.

Apply now for South Gippsland Shire Council's Community Grants! Support local clubs and groups with funding for various projects

Mobile service centres

The Australian government Mobile Service Centre is coming to South Gippsland. The bus is designed to assist you with services including Centrelink, Medicare, Child Support and the Australian Taxation Office. You will be able to visit the mobile centre for face-to-face and self-service support at the following locations:

• Venus Bay - 18 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Tarwin Lower - 19 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Meeniyan - 20 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Meeniyan - 20 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Mirboo North - 21 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Leongatha - 22 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Korumburra - 25 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Poowong - 26 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm

For more information and exact locations, please visit Services Australia website.

Try Before You Ride

The Victorian government is working hard to ensure our transport network is inclusive and accessible for all Victorians. Try Before You Ride events help people of all abilities feel more confident when using the public transport system. This includes people with accessibility requirements, parents with children and seniors. Save the date:

• Thursday 9 May 2024
• Southern Cross Station, Melbourne

Attendees can practise getting on and off trains, trams, buses and taxis safely or speak with public transport staff and learn about accessibility features. For more information, please visit Try Before You Ride website.

Victorian government ensures inclusive transport, the Try Before You Ride will boost confidence for all, including those with accessibility needs, parents, and seniors

TAC Pause Stop

The Transport Accident Commission's (TAC) Pause Stop initiative aims to reduce driver fatigue on long journeys by encouraging road users to plan ahead, pull over, and recharge. In partnership with the Victorian Tourism Industry Council (VTIC), the TAC is operating Pause Stop sites at 62 accredited Visitor Information Centres across Victoria including at our very own Foster Visitor Information Centre.

This initiative aims to respond to safety on our roads and promote tourism throughout Victoria. For more information, please visit Pause Stop website. Complete the TAC's short survey about road safety behaviour for your chance to win a $500 fuel voucher, visit TAC Survey website.

Small business mentoring

South Gippsland Shire Council is teaming up with the Small Business Mentoring Service to provide FREE mentoring for emerging and established small businesses within South Gippsland.

• When? Thursday 21 March and Thursday 4 April
• Where? Mirboo North and District Community Foundation (96 Ridgway, Mirboo North, VIC 3871)

If you're planning, starting or wanting to grow your business, these mentoring sessions could help guide you in daily management of your business. The clinic is a great opportunity to discuss new business ventures, planning, financial viability, management, funding and so much more. To book your FREE session, please visit Small Business Mentoring Clinic website.

Mirboo North invites feedback on power outages post-February storm. Attend Network Outage Review panel with industry experts, contributing to government report

Network outage review

Communities and businesses in Mirboo North are invited to discuss their experience with power outages from the 13 February storm event. The Network Outage Review panel will be held at the Baromi Centre, 38 Couper Street, Mirboo North on:

• Saturday 23 March
• Sunday 24 March
• Time: 10.00am to 3.00pm
• Panel presentations at 11.00am and 1.00pm each day

The panel includes former CEO of Energy Consumers Australia Rosemary Sinclair, former chief executive of the Consumer Action Law Centre Gerard Brody, and former electrical engineer and executive leader at Powerlink Queensland and Energex Kevin Kehl.

The panel welcomes the community and businesses to help inform the panel's report back to the government following the storm event. Refreshments will be provided. If you have any questions, please email networkoutagereview@deeca.vic.gov.au

Gippsland public health

Gippsland's Regional Public Health Unit (GRPHU) are seeking your feedback and insights on community and stakeholder engagement. They are wanting to hear from individuals who work, live and invest time in the Gippsland region.

This information will greatly impact decision making processes and benefit everyone involved. To participate in the survey, please visit GRPHU Engagement Survey page. For more information, please contact GRPHU via email or call 5173 5593.

Korumburra community event

Staying Strong Korumburra invites you to their upcoming community forum. All are welcome to attend and get involved in the conversation about the future of Korumburra. Save the date:

• Sunday 24 March 2024
• From 10.30am to 1.30pm
• Korumburra Community Hub (15 Little Commercial Street)

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to have a chat, meet new people and enjoy a FREE BBQ and donut!

Have your say

Share your ideas and feedback on issues and projects that matter to you. Your Say South Gippsland gives you the opportunity to shape council projects/services. Your feedback will make an impact on our region. To see a list of past and current community consultations, and to provide your feedback, please visit Your Say South Gippsland website.

Pet registrations

Now is the time to renew your pet's registration! Keep your four-legged friends safe and secure by registering them with South Gippsland Shire Council.

Owning a cat or dog in South Gippsland requires registration with council to ensure they can be returned to you if they become lost. Your animal registration fees also help to provide important pet-related services within South Gippsland, such as animal control and community education about responsible pet ownership.

Renewal registrations must be paid by 10 April each year. New registrations can be done any time. For more information, please visit Pet Registration website.

Meeniyan hosts South Gippsland's ArtCubes featuring works by Durston, Knoester, Beavers, and McFadden. Dive into creativity and passion

ArtCubes

South Gippsland's beloved ArtCubes are currently situated in Meeniyan. Over the next fortnight the Cubes will be hosting works from Janine Durston, Rachel Knoester and, Dinne Beavers and Scott McFadden.

Explore creativity and artistic passion. For more information about the artists and upcoming workshop, please visit ArtCubes website.

Community training sessions

South Gippsland Shire Council offers FREE workshops throughout the year for South Gippsland community groups, not-for-profit organisations, clubs, and volunteers. The next workshop is:

• Culture, Diversity and how to be Inclusive
• Date: Tuesday 26 March
• Time: 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Discover how to foster an inclusive environment and embrace diversity in all its forms. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, gain valuable insights, and learn practical strategies to promote inclusiveness in your personal and professional life. The 2024 South Gippsland Community Training Calendar is now available on council's website. For more information and to register for an event, please visit Community Training website.

Explore skills, connect, and learn with South Gippsland Shire Council's community training program. Open to all community members and organisations

Funding opportunities

Gardiner Foundation Community grants program

In partnership with the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FFRRR), the Gardiner Foundation's Community Grants Program provides $120,000 to fund community driven projects that strengthen dairy communities where people can thrive.

Grants up to $5,000 are available to strengthen small Victorian dairy communities, helping to build their capacity to deal with local needs, and enhance existing community infrastructure. Applications close 21 March 2024. For more information and to apply, please visit Community Grants Program website.

Telstra's Connected Communities grant program

Telstra's Connected Communities Grant Program is now open for a second year. In partnership with the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal, grants of up to $10,000 are available to o not-for-profit organisations to help them build resilient, sustainable, and liveable communities.

The program has three themes:

• Resilient communities: that are well prepared and socially connected, with the ability to renew and recover together when disaster strikes
• Sustainable communities: that are diverse and inclusive, through planning for the health, wellbeing and prosperity of their people and planet
• Liveable communities that have digital capability, helping to equip people with the skills to live, learn and work in a digital society

Applications for 2024 Telstra Connected Communities Grant Program are now open and will close 5.00pm Wednesday 27 March. For more information and to apply, please visit Connected Communities Grant website.

Community road safety grants

Victorian community groups and organisations can apply for a share of $600,000 government funding to support projects improving road safety in their local communities. The program has two funding categories:

• Road Safety Support Grants of up to $50,000
• Road Safety Collaboration Grants of up to $150,000

This program supports community groups to contribute to creating a safe environment for all road users and encourages a culture that prioritises road safety. Applications close Wednesday 3 April. For more information and to apply, please visit Community Road Safety Grants website.

Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council website.

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