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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.

By news@gippsland - 12th November 2021 - Back to News

Community members and businesses have welcomed the installation of 35 new CCTV cameras in the Moe CBD Precinct. Latrobe City Council received a $156,335 Public Safety Infrastructure grant from the Department of Justice and Community Safety to deliver the project. The cameras are located across the town centre and are supported by an upgraded system that feeds live footage back to the Moe Police Station.

35 new CCTV cameras have been installed in the Moe CBD recently, helping to keep our community safe Public Safety Infrastructure grant from the Department of Justice and Community Safety

Camera footage covered

The areas covered by footage include:

• Moe Service Centre
• George Street
• Moore Street
• Albert Street
• Moe Town Hall

Latrobe City Council Mayor, Cr Sharon Gibson said the new CCTV system would help to improve safety and security within the CBD. "Our community deserves to feel safe when shopping, socialising, working or accessing important services in our towns."

Potential crime deterrent

Cr Gibson said, "This system will act as a potential crime deterrent while also helping to detect crime in action and any potential anti-social behaviour. This system has already helped Police in their duties and has led to a change in behaviour." Council worked in consultation with Victoria Police and local business and community members to determine the most suitable placement of the camera system.

Ensuring community safety

Social media post 35 new CCTV cameras have been installed in the Moe CBD recently, helping to keep our community safe. Latrobe City Council received a $156,335 Public Safety Infrastructure grant from the Department of Justice and Community Safety to deliver the project. The cameras are located across the town centre and are supported by an upgraded system that feeds live footage back to the Moe Police Station.

Pictures from Latrobe City Council Facebook page.

Source: http://gippsland.com/

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  Three new breweries in Gippsland for you to visit.
• 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.
• Sandhill Ashes new date - Sunday 10 April 2022 from 11am at the Sarsfield Cricket Ground (SCG)
  Sandhill Ashes community cricket moving its event date.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Sharon Jervis, Jane Ponting and other locals thanked for East Gippsland Community Vision 2040 contribution
  East Gippsland residents who contributed to the development of the Community Vision 2040 earlier this year were on Tuesday celebrated for their contribution to the community.
• Baw Baw Shire Council gets $360,000 additional disaster recovery funding to support community long term recovery from 2019 bushfire
  Funding provided by the Victorian Government to support bushfire safety and preparedness initiatives in the eastern region of Baw Baw Shire.
• Opening of new multi-use pavilion at Apex Park in Traralgon by Chris Buckingham from Latrobe Valley Authority
  It's peak season at one of Latrobe City's most utilised sporting venues following the opening of a new pavilion at Traralgon's Apex Park.
• 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.
• Drainage renewal works for Settlement Road in Cowes commences
  Construction of new underground stormwater drainage pipes/pits and modification of existing drainage infrastructure works which will be carried through uni-directional boring within the drainage easement.
• United front for a new hospital for West Gippsland between Baw Baw Shire Council and West Gippsland Healthcare Group
  Agreement about the new hospital in West Gippsland formalised.
• Women's Big Bash League cricket to debut at Moe including Australian women's captain Meg Lanning
  The first WBBL game to be played at Moe and comes after the reserve successfully hosted men's Big Bash League matches in January and December 2019.
• Funding of $500M for road and infrastructure in West and Central Gippsland via Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  More road and community infrastructure projects will be rolled out across Monash, thanks to a further $500 million in funding for the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.
• 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.
• Maffra Play Precinct gets $320,000 upgrade from federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  Young people in Maffra have an exciting new way to keep active with the completion of the Maffra Play Precinct.
• Forest Park in Orbost gets $1.82M funding upgrade after the community consultation
  Council seeking for community feedback on Forest Park in Orbost project.
• 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.
• One Gippsland announces new leadership with Kellie O'Callaghan as Chair and Ian Bye Mayor as Deputy Chair
  One Gippsland has elected a new Chair and Deputy Chair to lead the alliance through 2022 ahead of the Federal and Victorian elections.
• Darren Chester says lack of progress on road safety projects on Princes Highway from Rosedale to New South Wales is frustrating
  Local MP Darren Chester has expressed his frustration at the lack of progress on priority road projects in East Gippsland.
• Warragul Leisure Centre Stadium expansion gets $1.25M early works underway from Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus
  An early works contract valued at $1.25 million has been awarded for the Warragul Leisure Centre Stadium Expansion to prepare the site for major construction.
• Haunted Hills Mountain Bike Park trails in Moe to be further extended via Regional Tourism Investment Fund
  Victorian Government is supporting the extension of a popular mountain bike track in Gippsland.
• 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.
• 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.
• South Gippsland Shire Council update late January 2022 - Register for Community Vision online forum
  Council is inviting the eligible residents to register and join the community vision online forum.
• Gippsland Cancer Care Centre to get new Linear Accelerator as part of $11M funding package from the Victorian 2022/23 budget
  Regional cancer patients will have access to brand new radiotherapy services closer to home, thanks to a massive funding boost in the Victorian Budget 2022/23.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Multi-use path connecting Erica and Rawson funded nearly $1M by federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  Construction works have begun on a new shared-use trail connecting the towns of Erica and Rawson in Baw Baw Shire's far eastern region.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Outrage among regional motorists as new data shows most neglected local government areas in country Victoria
  The sad state of country roads is driving outrage among regional motorists with new data painting a picture of Victoria's most neglected local government areas.
• 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.
• Walk-in COVID-19 testing site now at Moe Senior Citizens Centre
  The Moe Senior Citizens Centre will operate as a walk-in COVID-19 testing site from tomorrow (7 September) as case numbers rise across Victoria.
• Neerim District Health Service Aged Care Facility gets $5M funding for upgrade from federal Community Development Grants Program
  Morrison government's commitment to redevelopment and upgrade of the Neerim District Health Service Aged Care facility.
• 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.
• Bass Coast Shire Council allocates $144,100 in Round two of the 2021 Community Grants Program
  Bass Coast Shire Council has allocated $144,100 to support 45 projects, in Round two of the 2021 Community Grants Program.
• 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.
• Rowenna Dunn announced as new manager for the West Gippsland Arts Centre
  Announcement of Rowenna Dunn as new manager of West Gippsland Arts Centre.
• East Gippsland welcomes newest citizens for Australia Day 2022
  East Gippsland has welcomed 14 new Aussies at a citizenship ceremony held on Australia Day - Wednesday, January 26.
• 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.
• Russell Northe calls for pedestrian safety improvements at Grey Street Primary School in Traralgon CBD
  Member for Morwell Russell Northe has used Question Time in Parliament this week to highlight the need for school pedestrian safety improvements in and around Grey Street Primary School which is located in the heart of the Traralgon CBD.
• McNairn Road pedestrian crossing upgrade gets $900,000 funding through Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  The McNairn Road pedestrian crossing will be upgraded thanks to federal government funding.
• Bass Coast Shire Council launches new online engagement platform called Engage Bass Coast
  Bass Coast Shire Council is excited to launch its new online engagement platform, 'Engage Bass Coast', on Monday, 28 February.
• Baw Baw Shire Council secures $100,000 for Buln Buln Cricket Practice Net upgrades through Community Cricket Program 2021-22
  Practice nets at Buln Buln Recreation Reserve will soon be upgraded after Baw Baw Shire Council successfully obtained a State Government grant to support the project.
• East Gippsland welcomes newest citizens for September 2021
  East Gippsland has welcomed 12 new Aussies at a citizenship ceremony held this morning, coinciding with Australian Citizenship Day - Friday, September 17.
• 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.
• Will outreach services be offered by new mental health centres being established in Bairnsdale and Orbost?
  More details and information being sought on the health and well being that are to be established.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Insensitive and brutal $13,631 fine for East Gippsland business alleged COVID breaches by Department of Justice and Community Safety
  Infringements issued by the Department of Justice and Community Safety for alleged COVID breaches have raised the ire of small business owners who have endured the burden of changing compliance complexities for two years.
• 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.
• Netballers now play safely at Tyers Recreation Reserve after upgrade with funding from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  Local netballers will enjoy safer court surfaces at Tyers Recreation Reserve with a major upgrade funded by the Federal Government.
• Andrews Labor Government provides more support service for LGBTIQ+ community in Morwell
  The Andrews Labor Government is providing more support to LGBTIQ+ Victorians and their family in the Latrobe Valleywith new free counselling at Anglicare Victoria.
• Lakes Entrance town center works to revitalised and safety improved completed in time for summer tourist season
  Works to revitalise and improve safety within the Lakes Entrance town centre have been completed as the popular East Gippsland destination prepares to welcome thousands of summer tourists.
• Sale RSL receives $120,000 improvement grant from federal government under Veteran and Community Grants program
  The home of Gippsland Veterans Welfare Centre in Sale is about to receive a new roof thanks to a $120,000 Federal Government grant.
• 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.
• Part of Gippsland Performing Arts Centre $42M redevelopment opens up opportunities for regional creative community workers
  The Andrews Labor government is supporting local creative workers and community activities in Traralgon, with the unveiling of new spaces, facilities, and training programs at Gippsland Performing Arts Centre.
• Strzelecki Highway between Morwell and Mirboo North gets $8.25M to improve safety and reduce travel time from Victorian 2022/23 budget
  The Andrews Labor government is improving safety and travel times along the Strzelecki Highway with a new overtaking lane along the key tourism and agricultural route.
• 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
• 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.
• Heyfield wetlands volunteers received $20,000 to construct new viewing platform from Stronger Communities Program
  Heyfield wetlands volunteers are continuing to transform the popular nature reserve with upgraded trails, revegetation and a new viewing platform.
• Major disruptions to Melbourne CBD and regional trains with the City Loop to close
  Indefinite closure of Melbourne metro's City Loop Network will throw the CBD into chaos at a key moment in the city's recovery.
• 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.
• Opportunity to save more Victorian lives to improve country road safety must not be missed in Andrews Labor 2022-23 budget
  Victoria's road network will continue to crumble into dangerous disrepair without a substantial boost to funds for maintenance.
• 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.
• 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.
• Roadside and Footpath Trading policy from Baw Baw Shire Council balances business benefit and community safety
  Council adopted a roadside and footpath trading policy for traders.
• Cowes in Phillip Island to get two new footpaths built
  Bass Coast Shire Council will construct two new footpaths in Cowes, starting this August.
• Victorian Nationals plan to boost regional housing by releasing 50,000 new residential land lots
  The Nationals opposing the new tax, to help see the rural and regional towns grow and thrive.
• Request for Wellington Shire businesses to list with council to be promoted to the 50,000 visitors for Archibald Prize exhibition in October at Gippsland Art Gallery
  Council is encouraging the businesses and community groups to send their expressions of interest for the Archibald Prize exhibition.
• 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.
• Buln Buln Recreation Reserve gets $65,000 funding for upgrade from Baw Baw Shire Council Playground Renewal Program
  Baw Baw Shire Council is inviting community members big and small to share their thoughts and ideas to help redesign a Buln Buln playground.
• Less severe Omicron variant taking over and Victorians vaccinated means it's time for new way forward from governments right
  Liberals and Nationals call for action on Rapid Antigen Tests with a plan to move forward against the new variant.
• 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.
• Lower speeds reduce to 40 km/hr in Latrobe City CBD's to improve safety
  Speed limits will be reduced to 40 kilometres per hour across the central business districts.
• 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.
• Baw Baw Council adopts planning scheme amendment for Drouin CBD
  Community feedback sought by the council has helped shape the design and development of Drouin's central business district.
• Putting Patients First program from Andrews Labor government forgets to fund a new West Gippsland Hospital
  The 2022-23 State Budget, with the slogan "Putting Patients First", has failed to deliver a new Hospital for West Gippsland.
• Andrews Labor Government 'to work from home if possible' causing strain in many businesses within CBD's across Victoria says Russell Northe
  Member for Morwell Russell Northe submits questions to parliament for the minister for industry support and recovery.
• Grants and sponsorships from $2,000 to $20,000 available for events, capital works, equipment and wellbeing projects
  Community organisations will have the chance to garner funding support when round two of Latrobe City Council's Community Grant and Sponsorship program opens on 31 January.
• Message from Russell Broadbent on NAIDOC Week 2021
  Community is invited to support and celebrate the history, culture and achievements of the first people.
• East Gippsland Bushfire Recovery Committee releases its second recovery progress report
  Community and agencies, working together towards the recovery of the community and the economy.
• East Gippsland Shire Council adopts Annual Budget 2021-22
  Community engagement process, including five community sessions, to help develop the document.
• Princes Highway through East Gippsland gets $3.6M upgrade to improve road safety and resilience
  A $3.6 million upgrade to one of the worst sections of the Princes Highway will improve safety and resilience of the key transport link, according to Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
• Baw Baw Civic Precinct initial development gets $3.5M funding from Victorian government Growing Suburbs Fund
  A landmark community precinct for the people of Warragul is now a step closer to reality, thanks to support from the Andrews Labor Government.
• Mallacoota-Genoa road gets $10M in federal government funding to improve safety and resilience
  Work to improve the resilience and safety of the Mallacoota-Genoa Road.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Federal bushfire fund 'rip off' on East Gippsland must be prevented says Darren Chester
  East Gippsland community groups will be 'ripped off' if the Federal Government doesn't boost the region's allocation under the $280 million 'Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program', according to Federal MP Darren Chester.
• Baw Baw Shire Council meeting snapshot - 24 November 2021
  To keep our community up to date with key Council decisions, outcomes and plans; here is a snapshot summary from Council's Wednesday 24 November Council meeting.
• Baw Baw Shire Council meeting snapshot - 9 March 2022
  To keep our community up to date with key council decisions, outcomes and plans; here is a snapshot summary from council's Wednesday 9 March council meeting.
• Baw Baw Shire Council meeting snapshot - 28 July 2021
  To keep our community up to date with key Council decisions, outcomes and plans, here is a snapshot summary from Council's Wednesday 28 July ordinary meeting.
• Darren Chester says Latrobe Valley owed explanation from Dan Andrews on failed promise for 500 electric vehicle manufacturing jobs
  Latrobe Valley community wants to know why members of the parliament refuse to participate in a local task force.
• Baw Baw Shire Council meeting snapshot - 27 October 2021
  To keep our community up to date with key council decisions, outcomes and plans; here is a snapshot summary from council's Wednesday 27 October meeting.
• 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.
• 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.
• Trafalgar multi-use pavilion and synthetic bowling rink official opens 5 March 2022
  Trafalgar sporting clubs and community members have come together to celebrate the official opening of two major upgrades to the town's sporting infrastructure.
• Feedback from draft Queen Street design plans in Warragul invaluable and summary provided
  Feedback sought from the community to shape up accessibility and safety of Queen Street in Warragul.
• Relief for storm affected and areas of power outage in Wellington Shire
  The Wellington community has come together to provide assistance in various ways to help other community members.
• Applications for Latrobe City Tourism and Major Events Advisory Committee are open until 18 May 2022
  Invitation for the community to send their expression of interest with regards to the Latrobe City Tourism and Major Events Advisory Committee.
• 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).
• Ellinbank Badminton Club celebrates funded upgrades to clubrooms and kitchen facilities at 75th anniversary
  Members of the Ellinbank Badminton Club and local community have gathered to officially unveil upgrades to the clubrooms and kitchen facilities in concert with the club's milestone 75th anniversary celebrations.
• Wellington Shire Council holds workshops for local business local businesses to reset and re-energise with new ideas for 2022
  Creating Thriving Small Towns, a free online inspiration session for Wellington businesses.
• 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.
• 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.
• Big step forward for Bass Coast Dinosaurs Trail to create an interactive sound and light 'Gondwana Garden'
  A masterplan developed for the community to experience dinosaur discovery, learning and creativity, a journey that links together history, community, culture and environment
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Baw Baw Council Public Art Fund contributes $20,000 to complete Tanjil Bren mural along Mt Baw Baw Tourist Road
  The new mural along Mt Baw Baw Tourist Road was officially opened with a local community celebration on Saturday 2nd April 2022.