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South Gippsland Shire Council meeting notes and supported events for May 2023

South GIppsland Shire Council updates the community about their projects, programs, plans and strategies.

By news@gippsland - 18th May 2023 - Back to News

The May council meeting in Leongatha covered community grants reports and planning applications. Also there was an expression of appreciation for the community engagement given on the Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan. It was noted how encouraging the participation was in sharing thoughts, opportunities and concerns. The council brought forward the consideration of the successful Community Grants recipients.

South Gippsland Youth Council is a committee of young people who represent the voice of youth who live, work and/or study in South Gippsland

Youth Council

South Gippsland Shire Council is excited to announce the relaunch of the South Gippsland Youth Council (SGYC). The SGYC is an initiative led by young people who want to represent the voice of the youth who live, work and/or study in South Gippsland.

If you are or know anyone 14 to 24 years old who is passionate about improving the quality of life for young people in South Gippsland head to Youth Council to fill out an expression of interest form at Youth Council page.

Additionally, you can have a chat with Sophie about Youth Council, her contact details are:

Phone: 5662 9200
Email: sophied@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

We welcome applications from young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, people with disabilities, diverse cultural, religious, and linguistic backgrounds, and members of the LGBTIQ community.

Community involvement through volunteering offers friendship, skill-building, experience, and support for vital programs and services

Volunteer week

This National Volunteer Week (15 to 21 May), we recognise and thank our volunteers for the vital role they play in our lives and the significant contribution they make to South Gippsland. Some statistics:

14 percent of Australians volunteer
13 percent of Victorians volunteer
22 percent of South Gippslanders volunteer

South Gippsland is extremely lucky to have so many people who actively volunteer in our community. Volunteers help to make our communities better and provide valuable opportunities for people to come together to meet and to connect.

Thank you to everyone in our community that chooses to volunteer. If you know a volunteer, say 'thank you' to them this week for all their hard work. If you would like to become a volunteer, please visit Volunteering with council page.

Supporting business growth: South Gippsland Council's Economic Development and Visitor Economy teams offer guidance, advice, and assistance

Small business network

Calling all small businesses! You are invited to South Gippsland Shire Council's, Small Business Networking Dinner, sponsored by NBN. The Small Business Networking Dinner aims to bring together local small business owners for an evening of connection, collaboration and growth. The night will provide your business with the opportunity to:

Build business relationships.
Share knowledge and insight.
Learn from success stories, and so much more

To purchase a ticket or for more information, please visit South Gippsland Business page.

Enhancing Foster's walkability and cycling: Council secures TAC funding to explore shared path options to connect town centre and rail trail

Foster Shared Pathway

Last year, council asked for community feedback on a proposal to create a Shared Pathway on Station Street in Foster, to connect the township with the Great Southern Rail Trail.

We received a great response from local residents, and from this we would now like to hear from the Foster community once more, to see if these proposed options meet the needs of the local community and the project aim of improving pedestrian and cyclist safety. You can provide your feedback at Foster Shared Path - Round Two Consultation page.

Join our swimming instructor course at South Gippsland Splash YMCA on May 20-21. Enrol now to teach life-saving skills!

Become a swimming teacher

Enrol now! Teach a skill for life when you become a teacher of swimming and water safety. South Gippsland Splash YMCA, will be hosting the AUSTSWIM course on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 May. To enrol, head to AUSTSWIM Enrol page.

Join the Winter Orange Round! Local sports clubs invited to promote gender equality, raise awareness of family violence from July 15-30

Winter Orange Round

All local sporting clubs are invited to get involved in this year's Winter Orange Round. Orange Round is based on the United Nations' Orange Day and aims to raise awareness of, and take action against family violence, and showcase gender equality in sport.

GippSport, Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault, and Gippsland Women's Health invite you to take part in Winter Orange Round between July 15 and 30 this year.

Sign up via the link below, or contact Kathleen at GippSport for further information:

Local sport clubs are invited to participate in this year's Winter Round, scheduled from July 15 to July 30, 2023. Join us!

Training opportunities

Youth mental health

Live4Life, South Gippsland, and Bass Coast Shire Councils are running FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid courses from March to October. This course teaches adults about adolescent development and the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in young people, including crisis situations.

Topics covered include depression, anxiety, panic attacks, eating disorders and suicidal thoughts and behaviours. You will learn how and where to get help when a young person is developing a mental illness, what help research has shown to be effective and how to provide first aid in crisis situations. FOr more information, visit the Bass Coast South Gippsland Live4Life Youth MHFA Courses 2023 page.

Flu vaccinations

Protect yourself and your community against influenza this flu season. Flu immunisation sessions will be held in Leongatha, Foster and Korumburra for $25 per person. Here are the details:

Monday 22 May - Korumburra Coal Creek
Tuesday 30 May - Leongatha Memorial Hall

To Book your immunisation please visit Community Flu Immunisations page.

From Inspiration to Destination

Are you a volunteer or part of a community organisation looking to network and share ideas with like minded groups and individuals? 'From Inspiration to Destination' is a fantastic opportunity to mingle with your local community. The day will be jam packed with ideas presented by guest host Gilbert Rochecouste and a variety of workshops. Here are the details: