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• Iconic Kalimna wine glass water storage tower to be dismantled having finished serving its purpose
  Specialised demolition contractors are about to commence work to dismantle the disused 21-metre-high water tower overlooking Kalimna.
• Melbourne Food and Wine Festival returns to Baw Baw on 19 and 20 November 2022
  The iconic Melbourne Food and Wine Festival returns to Baw Baw this November kicking off with The Village Feast.
• Traralgon Tennis Association hosts Latrobe City Traralgon Tennis International 2024 featuring two Australian Pro Tour events
  The Latrobe City Traralgon Tennis International returns with two Pro Tour events, supported by Tennis Australia, Tennis Victoria, local councils, and community, aiming to promote tennis and boost the region's economy.
• Celebrate West Gippsland Rail Towns Food & Wine Festival on 3 March 2024 at Garfield
  Indulge in the West Gippsland Railtowns Food & Wine Festival. Located in Garfield, just over an hour from Melbourne, it's a Sunday celebration of local delights. Join the fun!
• Traralgon Tennis Association to host part of Australian Pro Tour in November 2022
  Traralgon locals will have the chance to rub shoulders with some of the world's best tennis players when the Latrobe City Traralgon International hits town from 13-27 November 2022 at Traralgon Tennis Association.
• Australian Local Government Association needs $300M funding boost for road funding at local councils
  The Treasurer should support ALGA's $300m increase for local road funding as it accounts for most of Australia's road length and needs urgent maintenance.
• Mallacoota and District Recovery Association to get two short term modular homes from Homes Victoria by June 2022
  Two short term modular homes will be installed by Homes Victoria at Mallacoota by June 2022 with 10 public new homes to follow that will be a combination of social and affordable housing.
• Australian Local Government Women's Association Victoria conference to be hosted by Baw Baw Shire on 26 - 27 April 2024
  Baw Baw Shire will host the ALGWA Victoria state conference in 2024, focusing on resilience and reinvention in local government. The event aims to empower women and promote gender diversity in leadership.
• Melina Bath opens Australian Timber Trainers Association Conference and emphasises firefighter training amidst timber industry challenges
  Melina Bath opens 2023 ATTA Conference, emphasising the importance of firefighter training amid the government's timber industry stance and safety concerns.
• East Gippsland Festivals and Raymond Island Community Association get $32,100 funding from Foundation for Regional & Rural Renewal
  East Gippsland Festivals and Raymond Island Community Association received $32,100 in grants from the Foundation for Regional & Rural Renewal for local projects.
• Clare Le Serve Bass Coast celebrates ten years service at Municipal Association of Victoria Councillor Service Awards 2023
  Councillor Clare Le Serve of Bass Coast Shire received a ten-year service award from MAV, honouring her dedication and achievements in representing the Western Port Ward over three terms.
• East Gippsland Shire Council expresses anger at the Municipal Association Victoria meeting held on 14 October
  East Gippsland Shire Council has expressed disappointment calling for native forest timber harvesting to be phased out before the 2030 deadline.
• Cowwarr Recreation Reserve Committee and Golden and Paradise Beach Association share in $18,000 grant
  Darren Chester announces two Gippsland community groups receive funding from the Foundation for Regional & Rural Renewal for local priority projects. Seven Gippsland groups receive $74,560 in total.
• 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.
• 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.
• Frais Farms gets $800k from Victorian government for fresh food packing and storage site to expand jobs and Gippsland food and fibre sector
  The Victorian government is supporting Frais Farms in East Gippsland to establish a new fresh food packing and storage site, creating jobs and bolstering the region's food and fibre industry.
• GippSport gets $849,930 to support young disengaged Gippslanders from federal government's Safer Communities Fund
  A program to support disengaged young people has received a funding boost thanks to the Federal Government.
• Sale Cinema gets $35,000 funding from federal Supporting Cinema's Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods program
  A Gippsland independent cinema has received a financial boost thanks to Federal Government SCREEN Fund.
• Omeo Rodeo gets $170,800 funding for facility upgrades from federal Bushfire Recovery Local Economic Recovery Program
  Omeo Rodeo has modernised its facilities after receiving Federal Government funding.
• Tambo Waste gets $993,000 from federal Recycling Modernisation fund to improve materials recycling facility in Bairnsdale
  A Gippsland business will upgrade its facilities to improve recycling capabilities thanks to Federal Government funding.
• Moe Apex Park gets $60,000 lighting upgrades from Victorian Community Safety Infrastructure grant to improve surveillance and visibility
  Families and community members can now feel safer while enjoying Moe's community parks, thanks to new lighting funded through the Andrews Labor Government's Community Crime Prevention Program.
• Baw Baw Shire Council gets $2.2M to support Growing Suburbs Fund and deliver mote major infrastructure
  The Growing Suburbs Fund supports fast-growing local government areas within Victoria, like Baw Baw Shire, to enable them to deliver high-quality facilities for their expanding communities.
• Yarram charger gets $120,000 funding via Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program and Destination Charging Across Victoria fund
  The increasing number of motorists driving electric vehicles (EVs) now have a new place to recharge in Wellington Shire, thanks to the installation of a new 50 kW public fast charger in Yarram.
• Yarram pool gets $960,000 grant for warmer pool from successful community application to Pick My Project
  In great news for the Yarram community, Wellington Shire Council Mayor Ian Bye today opened the almost $1 million Warmer Pool for Yarram project.
• Warragul Cinemas gets a $60,000 grant from 'Supporting Cinemas' Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods (SCREEN) federal program
  Government program that aims to support independent cinema operators who have experienced significant declines in revenue due to COVID-19.
• Baw Baw Shire gets nearly $3.6M from federal government Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  Baw Baw Shire Council has welcomed $3.5 million in Australian government funding that will see the completion of three significant community infrastructure projects across the Shire.
• Stephenson Park gets modern upgrade with $2.54M contribution funding from Wellington Shire council, sporting clubs and community
  Wellington Shire Council Mayor Ian Bye yesterday opened a $2.54 million redevelopment of Stephenson Park Recreation Reserve in Sale.
• Bonang Road gets $9M funding for road sealing of federal Roads of Strategic Importance program
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he has been assured that work to complete the sealing of the Bonang Road will be completed within 12 months.
• Bonang Road gets $9M funding for road sealing of federal Roads of Strategic Importance program
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he has been assured that work to complete the sealing of the Bonang Road will be completed within 12 months.
• Omeo Holiday Park gets revamp with self-contained units and facilities upgraded post-flood recovery from new operators Hotham Operations
  Mayor Crook hailed the five-year lease as a milestone for Omeo Holiday Park. Post-flood recovery and upgrades, led by Hotham Operations, aim to elevate guest experiences with enhanced facilities.
• Gippslanders gets $68,620 funding for UV reduction in latest round of Community Shade Grants program
  More communities will be protected from the sun's harmful UV rays, from the Andrews Labor government's Community Shade grants program helping communities to install shade in public areas such as sports clubs, parks, and playgrounds.
• West Gippsland gets more than 300 new three-and four-year-old extra kindergarten places from Victorian government
  The Andrews Labor government is helping families in West Gippsland get their kids into early childhood learning by creating more than 300 new three-and four-year-old kindergarten places.
• 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.
• Lakes Entrance gets voice at United Nations at the General Assembly in New York from Gippsland's Darren Chester
  Lakes Entrance is set to have a local voice at the United Nations with Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester selected to represent the Australian Parliament at the General Assembly in New York.
• East Gippsland gets $2M through Regional Connectivity Program to improve mobile voice and data connectivity
  The Federal Member for Gippsland has welcomed over $2 million of funding in this year's budget to improve connectivity in East Gippsland, in partnership with Telstra.
• Bairnsdale Airport gets $340,000 grant for water main upgrade from federal Regional Airports Program and East Gippsland Shire Council
  Work is underway at Bairnsdale Airport to replace the site's ageing water mains.
• Latrobe City gets $2M pledge to enhance sporting infrastructure from Minister Dimopoulos
  Latrobe City Council, with Minister Dimopoulos, pledges to upgrade sporting infrastructure, enhancing community participation, fostering economic growth, and promoting collaboration for effective implementation and stakeholder engagement.
• Gippsland Lakes gets $4M funding from Victorian government to improve habitat and protect native wildlife
  Andrews Labor government is protecting the internationally significant Gippsland Lakes by investing in projects that improve habitat, protect native wildlife, and benefit the local community.
• 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.
• 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.
• Orbost Tennis Club gets to redevelop with $324,000 funding from Black Summer Bushfire Recovery grants program
  Orbost Tennis Club secured funding for development.
• 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.
• Rosedale Lions Club gets custom-built trailer with funding from federal government's Stronger Communities Program
  The Rosedale Lions Club will now be able to better support the community and provide sausage sizzles with its new trailer.
• Water across Gippsland gets price hikes of 7% to 8% as government-funded infrastructure upgrades support agricultural prosperity
  Customers in various districts will face price increases ranging from 7% to 8.6%. Infrastructure upgrades funded by the government are underway for a prosperous agricultural economy.
• Morwell Mens Shed gets $77k from Victorian government to enhance health and wellbeing of communities.
  The Allan Labor government supports community health by funding 28 Men's Sheds, including Morwell Men's Shed, receiving $77,589 for a new facility.
• Australian Federal Police gets extended power for another 12 months by Federal parliament via Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment
  Parliament deciding to extend the legislative powers given to Australian Federal Police for another 12 months.
• Shaving Point ramp gets $577k revamp grant from Better Boating Victoria and East Gippsland Council
  The upgraded Shaving Point Boat Ramp in Metung, funded by Better Boating Victoria and East Gippsland Shire Council, aims to improve boating experiences, reduce congestion, and enhance safety and accessibility.
• Latrobe Regional Gallery gets LED lighting upgrade of $71,724 investment through Victoria's Regional Collections Access Program
  Latrobe City Council welcomes the Victorian government's $71,724 investment in LED lighting upgrades at Latrobe Regional Gallery.
• Wonthaggi Croquet Club gets new $1.78M pavilion via state government Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus Program
  Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve had another exciting sporting addition confirmed, after Bass Coast Shire Council granted the contract for the construction of a new sports pavilion to an award-winning Wonthaggi-based builder.
• Baxter Park gets first synthetic soccer pitch Baw Baw Shire
  Safer game play and improvements at Baxter Park synthetic soccer pitch is now open, but council is still seeking funding opportunities for the remaining project stages.
• Bonang Road gets $9M funding for improvement by Darren Chester
  Bonang Road project to begin soon with ensured funding of $9M to improve the region's accessibility.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maffra Lawn Tennis Club gets $55,000 funding upgrade from federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  The redevelopment of the Maffra Lawn Tennis Club is progressing well ahead of the new season according to local MP Darren Chester.
• 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.
• 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.
• Mirboo North Stadium gets $2.5M commitment to rebuild as election pledge from Nationals and Liberals
  The Nationals and Liberals in government will rebuild the Mirboo North stadium.
• Rokeby to Neerim Trail gets $4M funding upgrade from Victorian government Regional Tourism Investment Fund
  The popular Rokeby to Neerim Trail is set for a $4 million upgrade thanks to funding secured by Baw Baw Shire Council through the Victorian government's Regional Tourism Investment Fund (RTIF).
• 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.
• Glengarry Mechanics Institute gets upgraded hall suitable and accessible re-open with $397,474 federal funding secured by Darren Chester
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester officially opened the Glengarry Mechanics Institute today with Latrobe City Council Mayor Kellie O'Callaghan and Glengarry Mechanics Institute CoM President Alan McAuliffe.
• Gaskin Park in Churchill gets $330,000 upgrade funding from Latrobe CIty Council and Sport and Recreation Victoria
  Latrobe City Council welcomes funding for upgrades at Gaskin Park, benefiting local sports clubs and increasing venue usage. The project may attract regional events, providing economic benefits.
• Omeo Mountain Bike Trail gets $3.2M additional funding from federal government to deliver stage two of the project
  Mayor Cr Mark Reeves applauded the announcement and noted the great cooperation between shire, state and federal governments in funding the project. He also announced an additional $1.06m from council.
• Gaskin Park in Churchill gets election pledge of $4M upgrade for sporting hub by Victorian Liberals and Nationals
  Churchill community sporting groups are one step closer to having a state-of-the-art Sporting Hub at Gaskin Park with the Liberals and Nationals pledging $4 million to support the project.
• Latrobe Regional Hospital gets $217M funding for its expansion through the Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA)
  Latrobe Regional Hospital expansion means additional facilities that will give support to the region's increasing and complex health demands.
• Phillip Island Croquet Club gets new pavilion with $600,000 funding from Sport and Recreation Victoria and Bass Coast Council
  Attracting new members to the popular sport of croquet just got a whole lot easier thanks to the official opening of a new croquet club pavilion.
• Mallacoota Bowls Club gets $85,000 grant from federal Black Summer Bushfires program for new greens
  Mallacoota Bowls Club volunteers are celebrating an $85,000 win with a Federal Government grant to help replace synthetic greens damaged in the Black Summer bushfires.
• Bairnsdale Airport gets $1.5M upgrade from Regional Airports Program by Darren Chester
  Upgrading Bairnsdale Airport remains a high priority after securing $1.5 million from the Regional Airports Program.
• Latrobe City Business Chamber gets first year of funding for Latrobe City Council and to hold workshop with Dr Keith Suter in Morwell
  Latrobe City Council supports the Latrobe City Business Chamber with funding for its first year, aiming to boost regional business development, networking, and collaboration in Latrobe City.
• Moe Fire Brigade gets modernised with $2.3M funding from Victorian government
  Moe's new fire station, funded by the Allan Labor government with $2.3 million, boasts modern amenities for 42 volunteers, supporting the 90-year legacy of the 11-member brigade, vital for District 27's safety.
• Ensay Recreation Reserve gets $2.2M funding for upgrades from the previous federal government by Darren Chester
  Ensay Recreation Reserve committee funding efforts have been commended by local MP Darren Chester, with $2.2M secured from the previous federal government.
• West and central Gippsland gets $480M for 4G and 5G wireless upgrade from Morrison government in 2022-23 federal budget
  Electorate of Monash will have access to a significantly more capable NBN network following a $480 million investment by the Morrison Government in the 2022-23 Federal Budget.
• Mallacoota Gun Club gets $9000 for new solar power system from federal government funding
  Funding for the re-establishment of the facility.
• Mathison Park in Churchill gets new boardwalk funded $90,000 through Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  Mathison Park in Churchill is more accessible with the upgrade of one of the boardwalks along the walking path.
• 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.
• Bairnsdale Aerodrome gets $9.9M federal funding from Black Summer Bushfire Recovery program
  Federal government announced the multi-million dollar boost for bushfire impacted communities across East Gippsland Shire.
• Bellbird Park soccer pitch gets $800,000 funding from Victorian government through Local Sports Infrastructure fund
  Bellbird Park's main soccer pitch is set for redevelopment thanks to a $800,000 funding boost from the Victorian government's Local Sports Infrastructure Fund.
• Morwell Park Primary School gets $5.35M expansion and upgrade from Victorian government and Colman Education Foundation
  Latrobe City Council is pleased to partner with the Department of Education and Training, Morwell Park Primary School and the Colman Education Foundation to implement the Our Place approach at Morwell Park.
• 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.
• NBN Fixed Wireless gets boost in speed, reliability and coverage across Gippsland
  Upgrades to NBN Fixed Wireless network across five local government areas bring faster, more reliable speeds, extending access to 14,500 homes and businesses while preparing for increased demand.
• Forest Park in Orbost gets $1.82M funding upgrade after the community consultation
  Council seeking for community feedback on Forest Park in Orbost project.
• Hazelwood North Fire Brigade gets visit from Martin Cameron and John Pesutto to hear calls for funding of new equipment
  Martin Cameron, urges increased funding for Latrobe Valley CFAs. Brigades cite deterioration, outdated facilities, and equipment, stressing the need for urgent government support for critical community service.
• Wonthaggi Guide Park redevelopment gets $700,000 from Sports and Recreation Victoria and $350,000 from Growing Suburbs Fund
  Work is set to get underway on the redevelopment of Guide Park in Wonthaggi, which will see the creation of a regional scale playspace for the community.
• 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.
• Sandy Point Music Festival gets $28,367 for 2021/22 summer series through Live Music Australia federal program
  The Morrison Government is supporting the return of live music, with Sandy Point Music sharing in more than $2.5 million, as part of round three of the Live Music Australia program.
• Leongatha roadside rest area gets upgraded via Liberal and Nationals Government's Driver Reviver Site Upgrade Program
  Leongatha roadside rest areas will be upgraded to help combat driver fatigue and make local roads safer, thanks to funding under the Liberal and Nationals Government's Driver Reviver Site Upgrade Program.
• Lochiel Park in Orbost gets $2M upgrade funding if Nationals wins in 2022 Victorian elections
  The grass will be all the greener in Orbost under a Liberal and Nationals Government thanks to a commitment to improve Orbost's winter sporting hub, Lochiel Park.
• Rosedale Recreation Reserve gets $280,000 lighting funding from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program
  Lighting infrastructure at Rosedale Recreation Reserve will be upgraded with funding from the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program.
• 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.
• Chelle Destefano of Wonthaggi gets Federal Regional Arts Fund Project grant strengthen artistic and creative practice
  Funding that will provide opportunities for artists and arts workers to cultivate creative community.
• Latrobe Valley Authority (LVA) gets $7.5M additional funding via Victorian Ladder - Step Up program to create more jobs
  The Andrews Labor government will keep helping create more jobs in the Latrobe Valley, with another $7.5 million investment in the Latrobe Valley Authority (LVA).
• Stratford Football Netball Club gets $910,000 funding for redevelopment from Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
  Local sportspeople and community members will benefit from upgraded and redeveloped club rooms at the Stratford Recreation Reserve.
• Mallacoota Golf Club gets $1.9M funding for redevelopment from federal government
  Mallacoota Golf Club volunteers are redeveloping the course after receiving a $1.9 million government grant, including new greens, fairways, tee boxes, and a nature trail. The project will finish in mid-next year.
• Bass Coast Dinosaurs Trail gets $500,000 funding boost from Victorian government Enabling Tourism Fund
  The Bass Coast Dinosaur Trail will intersect at key points with the state government funded Yallock-Bulluk Marine Coastal Access Park - that will run from San Remo to Inverloch, once completed.
• Morwell Parklands Preschool gets $500,000 grant from Victorian state government 'Building Blocks' program
  The Victorian Government is making sure young children have access to the best kinder facilities with hundreds of projects to upgrade and improve learning environments while supporting local jobs across Victoria.
• Cowes to Rhyll boardwalk gets $416,000 for upgrade from Victorian government regional funding
  Bass Coast Shire Council has welcomed new State Government funding towards its tracks and trails network, bringing benefits to the Bass Coast community.
• Drouin Civic Park highlights gets new interpretive signage highlighting its historical and natural features
  New seven interpretive signages in Drouin Civic Park highlights historical and natural features, celebrated in a launch ceremony and walking tour. The community-driven project enhances visitors' understanding of the park's significance.
• East Gippsland Rail Trail gets $1.3M upgrade from final round of Local Economic Recovery Program
  East Gippsland Rail Trail will be further upgraded with funding from the final round of the black summer bushfires Local Economic Recovery Program.
• Morwell Neighbourhood House gets visit from Darren Chester learning how they are helping those in need
  Darren Chester visited Morwell Neighbourhood House, learning about programs helping those in need. One program lets residents borrow lawn mowers for property maintenance.
• Paynesville Bowls Club season gets pre-election $250,000 commitment for new synthetic green from Tim Bull MP
  In officially opening the new Paynesville Bowls Club season on Sunday, Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull had some good news for the many club members in attendance.
• Bairnsdale Neighbourhood House gets support from East Gippsland Water with quarterly rebate on their water bill
  East Gippsland Water responded to Bairnsdale Neighbourhood House call for help by providing a quarterly water bill rebate, aiding their services for the homeless. Both organisations express gratitude for the support.
• Maryvale Energy from Waste project gets $48.2M via Manufacturing Collaboration Stream of Modern Manufacturing federal grant
  Darren Chester, Federal Member for Gippsland, welcomes the $48.2 million government grant for the Maryvale Energy from Waste project. The facility aims to convert waste into energy, create jobs, and support economic recovery in the region.
• Stewarts Road in Kongwak gets $450,000 road pavement renewal from Capital Works Programs
  Road pavement renewal works on Stewarts Road Kongwak starting March 2023 and expected to be completed by mid-April 2023.
• 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.
• Buchan Recreation Reserve gets $4.2M bushfire recovery funding for improvement and upgrades
  The Buchan Recreation Reserve will receive a $4.2 million facelift after an additional $3 million in bushfire recovery funding was secured this week.
• East Gippsland Rail Trail gets sealing and surface upgrades by local firm Cranes Asphalting
  Funding for works on the rail trail from Bairnsdale to Orbost.
• SEC Strategic Plan in Morwell gets backing of $1B renewable energy investment from Victorian government
  The launch of the SEC's Strategic Plan 2023-2025 is a major step toward a sustainable future for Latrobe City, backed by the Victorian government's $1 billion investment in renewable energy.
• Gippsland Logistics Precinct gets $20M government funding to bolster job creation and manufacturing
  Victorian government invests $10 million in the Gippsland Logistics Precinct, bolstering job creation and manufacturing, aligning with the Australian government's $10 million commitment for economic growth.
• Kilcunda Skate and Play project gets $250,000 funding from Bass Coast Shire Council and Victorian government
  Bass Coast Shire Council was excited to join Member for Bass Jordan Crugnale MP in Kilcunda today (Monday, 23 May), who announced $250,000 for the town's skate and play project, this is in addition to the $325,000 committed by council.
• East Gippsland Conservation Management Network gets $200,663 via Environment Restoration Fund to enhance protection of threatened Brush-tailed Rock-wallabies
  East Gippsland Conservation Management Network (EGCMN) will improve protection for Brush-tailed Rock-wallabies in Gippsland thanks to federal government funding.
• Online climate change community portal launched by Bass Coast Shire Council
  Bass Coast Shire Council's online climate change community portal has launched, providing locally relevant climate change information to the community.
• Sale College on Cobains Road gets $3M early works funding election pledge secured by Danny O'Brien
  The Nationals in government will build a new Sale College, consolidating the current two campuses onto one new site in Cobains Road, Sale.
• 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.
• 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.
• Yarram Early Learning Centre gets $2M grant from the Victorian government Building Blocks program
  Wellington Shire Council is delighted to announce that its application for a $2 million modular kindergarten at the Yarram Early Learning Centre has been approved.
• New online water trading platform called Southern Rural Water Exchange launched to better manage water in Macalister Irrigation District
  A new online water trading platform offers the Macalister Irrigation District access to efficiently manage water sales and trades, benefiting agricultural operations.
• Tambo Valley Honey shop and cafe gets $400,000 through Black Summer Bushfires Local Economic Recovery program
  Bruthen will have a new drawcard with the opening of Tambo Valley Honey's shop and cafe according to local MP Darren Chester.
• Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve gets $290,000 for lighting from Sports and Recreation Victoria fund
  The refurbishment of Oval 2 Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve enters an exciting new stage, as Bass Coast Shire Council contracts RJC Electrical Solutions Pty Ltd for design and construction of field lighting.
• South Gippsland Shire Council gets behind Sound of Your Town Leongatha and announces other updates
  Updates from the South Gippsland Shire Council projects and programs.
• Gippsland Plains Rail Trail gets $1M upgrade from Andrews Labor government to boost tourism
  Visitors will now have safer and easier access along the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail thanks to the completion of a major upgrade funded by the Andrews Labor government.
• Latrobe Regional Hospital gets $10M to improve mental health services in Gippsland
  The establishment of a $10 million emergency department mental health hub at Latrobe Regional Hospital in Gippsland aims to improve mental health services and meet service targets.
• Metung Shaving Point Boat Ramp gets $809k for major upgrade through Better Boating Victoria grant
  Metung Shaving Point Boat Ramp will undergo a major upgrade, including the replacement of ramps and jetties, remediation works, and input from the community.
• Yinnar Primary School and stadium gets $7.3M for upgrades and modernisation from Victorian 2022/23 budget
  The Andrews Labor government is making sure students at Yinnar Primary School have better learning environments, with a huge investment to deliver a major upgrade for the growing school.