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The federal government's National Emergency Management Agency has granted $1.2 million to East Gippsland Shire Council for disaster preparedness and community resilience. - Boisdale Primary students get civic education session from Darren Chester ahead of parliament return
Federal MP Darren Chester prepared for Spring Session with civics and citizenship class at Boisdale Consolidated Primary School. Discussed politics and government with students, pictured with the school leadership team. - 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. - 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. - 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. - Bruce Street in Inverloch get $160,000 kerb renewal over March 2023 from Bass Coast Shire Council
Kerb renewal on Bruce St. Inverloch, costing $160k, by Super Paving Vic Pty Ltd. Driveway access restricted, updates on council's website, completion expected Apr. 2023. - Korumburra Bena Football Netball Club to get $500,000 upgrade funding as election commitment from Victorian Nationals
Korumburra-Bena Giants will get a second new netball court under The Nationals in government with a $500,000 funding commitment made today. - Veterans' mental health needs get $20M commitment to modernise facilities from Victorian Liberals and Nationals
After more than a decade, veterans and emergency services personnel will again have access to specialised care for mental ill health and post-traumatic stress disorder episodes. - 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. - West Gippsland Landcare volunteers get $3.6M from Victorian Landcare and Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants
Victoria and West Gippsland's Landcare volunteers are receiving more support thanks to this year's Victorian Landcare Grants and Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants. - Omeo Caravan Park remedial works get high priority from East Gippsland Shire Council so opened in time for Easter
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to having the Omeo Caravan Park reopened in time for Easter. - Wy Yung 88ML water reservoir to get basin liner and cover replaced to improve water quality in East Gippsland
To ensure high-quality drinking water for East Gippsland Water customers, the Wy Yung water storage basin is undergoing a $6 million project to replace its liner and cover, addressing integrity issues. - Nine Bass Coast Shire organisations get $1000 for upgrades from council Building Disability Inclusive Organisations Grants
Successful funding applications for Bass Coast Shire Council's Building Disability Inclusive Businesses and Community Organisations Grants Program. - Plan from Gippsland One to get region on the political agenda in December 2021
One GIppsland makes a bid for federal and state budget funding, putting Gippsland on the political agenda. - Plan from Gippsland One to get region on the political agenda in December 2021
One GIppsland makes a bid for federal and state budget funding, putting Gippsland on the political agenda. - Victorians with poor mobile coverage get connection booster rebate as election promise from Victorian Liberal and Nationals
Under a Liberal and Nationals government, Victorians in areas with poor mobile coverage would be eligible for a rebate to install mobile boosters in vehicles, homes and businesses. - Join Baw Baw Seniors Festival in October with loads to free and affordable activities
Baw Baw Seniors Festival offers diverse activities, including shows, creative workshops, and fitness classes, promoting community interaction. Free transport available. - Over 40 not-for-profit community groups get $165,000 grants from Baw Baw Council's 2022/23 Community Development Grants program
Over 40 not-for-profits across Baw Baw Shire have been acknowledged for their valuable contributions to the community with Council awarding $165,105 in Community Development Grants at its annual presentation evening. - Sandymount Avenue and Powlett Street to get raised pedestrian crossing part with $128,000 funding from Bass Coast Shire Council
In a first for Bass Coast, a raised pedestrian crossing will be constructed at the intersection of Sandymount Avenue and Powlett Street in Inverloch this month. - East Gippsland and Wellington shire councils to get $1.5M from Country Roads and Bridges Program as election pledge by Victorian Liberals and Nationals
East Gippsland and Wellington Shire Councils will receive $1.5M a year for road and bridge works with the Liberals and Nationals announcing they will revive the successful Country Roads and Bridges Program if elected in November. - Opal workers undergoing timber transition get support of Latrobe City Council by urging Victorian government for more renewable jobs
Latrobe City Council supports Opal workers in timber transition, urges government action for renewable jobs amid power plant closures and supply uncertainty at Maryvale Mill. - Cape Conran boat ramp to get ladders added following safety concerns for users
Gippsland East MP Tim Bull advocated for their installation, addressing the gap between boats and the jetty, ensuring safe access for users. - Danny O'Brien launches petition to get funding for maintenance to address poor conditions of Gippsland roads
Labor government reduced road safety funding by $230 million, impacting Safer System Road Infrastructure and safety spending. Increased road deaths and poor conditions prompt a plea for maintenance funds via a petition. - Baw Baw Shire and Latrobe City Council get extra $13,200 from state government 'Municipal Emergency Resourcing Program'
Eastern Victorian Councils will receive more funding to help them prepare for and respond to emergencies thanks to a funding boost from the Andrews Labor Government. - Baw Baw Shire residents to get phone call for annual community satisfaction survey
Baw Baw community satisfaction survey invitation via phone call to assess the performance of the council. - Baw Baw Shire residents to get phone call for annual community satisfaction survey
Baw Baw community satisfaction survey invitation via phone call to assess the performance of the council. - Latrobe City community and sporting groups get more than $300,000 funding from council Community Grants and Sponsorships Program
More than $300,000 will be distributed to local sporting, cultural and community groups in round two of Latrobe City Council's Community Grants and Sponsorships Program. - Victorian Soil Cooperative Research Centre to get $100M to prepare for changing environments as election pledge from Victorian Nationals
The Nationals in government will deliver new investments in soil research to protect and enhance our soils, environment and help make agriculture more productive and profitable. - Victorian Seniors Festival is back in Baw Baw Shire for 2022 with free and low-cost activities
The Victorian Seniors Festival is back and in-person this October, with plenty of free or low-cost activities on offer for residents across Baw Baw Shire. - West and South Gippsland Shire Councils get $5.6M from federal Financial Assistance Grant program 2021-22 Q3 payment
Local governments in Monash have received their third 2021-22 quarterly payment through the federal government's financial assistance Grant program. - Bob Trewin and Ray Paten in Orbost get new Australian flags for National Flag Day from Darren Chester
Commemorating the first flying of the Australian National Flag on September 3, 1901. Chester's visit was in response to a local resident's request to replace weathered flags, and the historical significance of the Australian flag was highlighted. - Buchan Recreation Reserve and Mallacoota to get final round of bushfire recovery funding from Local Economic Recovery Program
Buchan Recreation Reserve will have upgraded courts thanks to the final round of the black summer bushfires Local Economic Recovery Program. - Sixteen local clubs, groups and organisations get Community Infrastructure Grant Program funding from East Gippsland Shire Council
Almost $500,000 will be handed out to 16 local clubs, groups and organisations, as part of East Gippsland Shire Council's latest round of community grants. - People with an eating disorder to get more support with $20M funding from Victorian government
More Victorians living with an eating disorder will receive the support they need to recover and live happy, healthy lives, thanks to record investment from the Andrews Labor government. - Giant Gippsland Earthworms and Hooded Plovers get $500,000 from Morrison government Threatened Species Strategy Action Plan
Community-led program that aims to conserve, restore and protect native wildlife that share the same habitat. - Venus Bay, Bass Coast Shire and Baw Baw Shire get $275,000 funding to reduce natural disaster risk and build resilience
The Australian government is reducing the risk and minimising the impact to communities of large-scale natural disasters like floods and bushfires in Monash by directly funding three projects to the value of $275,000. - Murray Street and Biggs Drive intersection upgrade gets $650,000 funding from Blackspot Program 2021/22 and Growing Suburbs Fund
Bass Coast Shire Council is continuing to Unlock Opportunities in Wonthaggi, with significant pedestrian safety upgrade works on the intersection of Murray Street and Biggs Drive about to get underway. - Tetoora Road, Nilma North and Tanjil Bren get $60,000 each for community projects from Baw Baw Shire Council
Excitement is mounting in Tetoora Road, Nilma North and Tanjil Bren after community-led projects received Baw Baw Shire Council endorsement at Wednesday night's meeting. - Kosciusko and Bank Street intersection in Traralgon to get vital safety upgrade as part of federal government's $300M commitment for 2022
Latrobe City Council is pleased Regional Roads Victoria will begin vital upgrades at key intersections along the Princes Highway this year. - Insights into aquatic life of Powlett River and its tributaries results from West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority survey
Results from a Spring survey reveal insights into the aquatic life of Powlett River and its tributaries, crucial waterways in West Gippsland. The survey aids future management and protection efforts. - Leongatha and Korumburra railway precinct developments get total of $6M funding from Regional Infrastructure and Building Better Regions
South Gippsland Shire Council received confirmation that the State Government will support the development of the Leongatha and Korumburra railway precincts. - Darren Chester urges Timber Towns Victoria Roundtable to get involved in the federal election campaign with jobs and environmental messages
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has told a Timber Towns Victoria Roundtable 'we need to keep fighting to save our timber industry because people and wildlife die in poorly managed forests'. - Information session on how local businesses can get $5,000 subsidy to train person for digital job on 22 March 2023
Victorian govt's Digital Jobs program offers $5k wage subsidy for 12-week work placement to build business digital capability. - Have Your Say on Latrobe City 2024/25 Annual Budget via community engagement platform by 26 November 2023
Latrobe City Council invites community input through the Have Your Say platform by November 26, 2023, to integrate community priorities into the 2024/25 Budget for a well-balanced allocation of funds. - Men's Sheds for West and East Gippsland get funding to continue improving the local men's health
Funding granted for more men's sheds across the region to help them build their connectivity and share their skills. - Baw Baw Shire Council adopts 2022/23 budget after acting on community feedback
Baw Baw Shire Council has adopted its annual budget for 2022/23 which supports the delivery of over 100 community services and invests $41.78 million into community infrastructure, roads and open spaces. - 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. - Isle of Wight site in Cowes at Phillip Island get $85M redevelopment plans approved by Bass Coast Council
The $85 million development on the former Isle of Wight Hotel site in Phillip Island aims to address the accommodation shortage, boost tourism, and stimulate economic growth with 163 hotel rooms, a pool terrace, and four restaurants. - Over $14M invested into several key infrastructure projects for 2022/23 by Baw Baw Shire Council
Council's $41.78 million infrastructure budget for the year ahead, $14.32 million will be invested in progressing major strategic projects to build a more sustainable, connected and thriving future for Baw Baw Shire. - Stadium 4 Cinema Leongatha and Warragul Cinemas get grants of up to $60,000 as part of the $20M SCREEN Fund
Morrison Government's support for the recovery of the arts and entertainment sector in Monash, with $120,000 awarded to two cinemas. - Recycling sewage into organic compost and support circular economy being explored by East Gippsland Water and Gippsland Regional Organics
As part of its environmental sustainability commitment, East Gippsland Water partners with Gippsland Regional Organics to recycle biosolids into certified compost, enriching soil and promoting a circular economy. - Call on Andrews Labor government to increase funding to get regional roads fixed and reduce risks over events like Easter
Reminder: Poor roads threaten lives; Govt must fund maintenance. Nationals challenge Govt to match $1B policy for safer roads. - Laurina Lodge in Heyfield and Stretton Park in Maffra get funding boost from 2020 federal Aged Care Approvals Round
Two aged care facilities in Wellington will benefit from funding as part of the 2020 Aged Care Approvals Round (ACAR). - Thirty-five East Gippsland communities get strengthened disaster telecommunications
Thirty-five East Gippsland communities will soon receive telecommunications systems to help ensure resilient communications are available during emergency events. - Senate inquiry into spread of imported Red fire ants due to concerns on Albanese Labor government handling of eradication funding
Senate inquiry that will assess the costs and impacts of the red imported fire ants, the effectiveness of eradication efforts, and funding allocation. - Korumburra railway goods shed to get structural repairs and recladded
VicTrack to restore Korumburra Railway Goods Shed with recladding and structural repairs in two stages, preserving its original look, aiming for completion by year-end for future tenant leasing. - Tim Bull motion for inquiry into delays for repairing fire-damaged Gippsland tourism infrastructure denied Allan Labor government
Labor rejected Tim Bull's request for an inquiry into delays in repairing tourism infrastructure damaged in bushfires four years ago, citing bureaucratic failures. Bull criticized Labor's management and lack of transparency. - 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. - Commonwealth Games inquiry hearing into Andrews Labor government poor planning and broken promises causes shock and disappointment among Gippslanders
The Parliamentary Inquiry into the 2026 Commonwealth Games Bid held a public hearing in the Latrobe Valley. Witnesses highlighted the state government's , with lingering uncertainty over funding and legacy projects. - Latrobe City Council invites everyone to get active with Latrobe Leisure membership
Latrobe City residents are encouraged to stay active and fit through Latrobe Leisure membership. - Jen Smith and Nicole White at Gippsland Agricultural Centre get visit from Darren Chester while doing finishing touches
Darren Chester, Federal Member for Gippsland, visited dedicated volunteers Jen Smith and Nicole White as they finalised work at the Gippsland Agricultural Centre, supported by federal funding for bushfire recovery. - Longford Primary School and Mallacoota Historical Society get successful grants from Saluting Their Service program
Darren Chester announced Saluting Their Service grants for Longford Primary School ($2,000 for flagpoles) and Mallacoota Historical Society ($10,000 for Bunker Museum restoration) to preserve Gippsland's military history.
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