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Try your hand at the million dollar question!

By Emma Kae - 26th June 2001 - Back to News

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• People who are blind or have low vision will soon be eligible for Accessibility Parking Permit thanks to Tim Bull
  Victorians with total vision loss will soon qualify for an Accessibility Parking Permit, thanks to advocacy by MP Tim Bull. While pleased with this progress, Tim Bull urges recognition for those with low vision in the permit system.
• Josie Zilm who championed water advocacy in Gippsland now NAB Agribusiness Executive and advocating gender equality in agriculture
  Josie Zilm, spurred by the 2017-2020 drought, championed water advocacy, leading to the repurposing of water resources. Now an Agribusiness Executive at NAB, she promotes gender equality in agriculture.
• Gippsland landholders who receive land tax bill for first time and unsure of their rights need to check they are not overcharged
  The Allan government's new land tax thresholds, effective January 1, have led to eastern Victorian landholders receiving unexpected bills, prompting caution and scrutiny advised by Nationals' Melina Bath.
• More than 800 Victorian families who lost loved ones last year would not agree with Andrews Labor Government COVID response triumph claim
  In a Labor-aligned podcast over the weekend, Daniel Andrews bragged Victoria's COVID response should be celebrated as a "triumph".
• Talk with Clem Bastow who authored Late Bloomer on 27 April via Zoom
  A warm, witty memoir about receiving a late diagnosis of autism and the fascinating journey of a Boolarra South ceramics artist will be explored in upcoming Latrobe City Libraries author talks.
• East Gippsland Water wants feedback on water and wastewater services as part of their 2022 customer satisfaction survey
  East Gippsland Water customers may receive a phone call in the next few weeks asking to take part in our annual customer satisfaction survey.
• Darren Chester commends Zara Clydesdale, who received 2023 Premier's VCE Award for excellence in Media
  Year 12 Gippsland Grammar student including Zara Clydesdale, honored with a 2023 Premier's VCE Award in Media, was among the top five in Victoria. She plans to study Design at Victoria University of Wellington.
• South Gippsland Shire Council wants to hear from Mirboo North residents on 'things to do in and around the Boo'
  An opportunity for Mirboo North to chat to Council about clubs and sports in their area.
• Wellington Shire Council wants community's feedback on sport as and community facilities plans
  Council is seeking community feedback in shaping the infrastructure plans.
• Russell Broadbent challenges Australian dependence on WHO and pushes for autonomous emergency responses
  Russell Broadbent questions Australia's reliance on WHO decisions in health crises, advocating for national autonomy in emergency responses, querying heavy funding and potential control shifts.
• Free work life balance workshop for people who work non-traditional hours to be held in Toora
  Gambling free event to go to in your spare time.
• Wellington Shire Council wants resident feedback on its 2021-25 plan
  Invitation to the community to express their concern or idea on the council plan.
• Victorian Nationals continue to stand with regional Victorians who are committed to action on climate change
  The Victorian Nationals continue to stand with regional Victorians who are committed to action on climate change.
• Toongabbie gets new cenotaph to those who served our nation
  Toongabbie's new cenotaph honors those who served our nation, said Federal Member Darren Chester, praising the local community for their effort in creating the memorial and emphasizing the importance of respectful commemoration.
• Mayor Mark Reeves commended the hundreds of dedicated volunteers who tirelessly serve East Gippsland community
  From May 15-21, East Gippsland will celebrate National Volunteer Week, recognizing the vital role of volunteers in building and strengthening the community.
• Darren Chester urges Gippslanders to honour Anzac Day and recognise all who have served our nation's defence forces
  Federal MP Darren Chester urges Gippslanders to attend Anzac Day services, honouring past and present defence personnel and reflecting on the sacrifices made to protect Australia's freedom and national security.
• Million dollar cuts to Victorian agriculture is cruel disappointment to farmers as Andrews Labor government slashes funding
  Pet census and a destructive plan to shut down the native timber industry are the biggest ticket items for agriculture in a Labor state budget that's a cruel disappointment for Victorian farmers.
• Multi-million dollar improvements to Gippsland freight and transport network called for by One Gippsland
  One Gippsland has called for multi-million dollar improvements to Gippsland's freight and transport network in a series of high-level meetings with the government.
• Multi-million dollar upgrade of 'The Esplanade' in Lakes Entrance continues
  Multi-million dollar upgrade of The Esplanade in Lakes Entrance is continuing with the latest section of footpath being installed.
• Life Saving Victoria and Kidsafe are extra care of toddlers ages who are at high risk of drowning
  Life Saving Victoria (LSV) and Kidsafe Victoria are pleading with parents and caregivers to keep watch of their little ones around water, as statistics reveal children aged 0-4 are at high risk of drowning during November.
• New multi-million dollar ambulance stations in Moe and Warragul are state-of-the-art ambulance resources
  The Andrews Labor government is boosting ambulance resources in Moe and Warragul, to make sure paramedics have the facilities and support they need to quickly respond to local emergencies and save lives.
• Further $10 million allocation to upgrade and replace bridges in Australia through federal government's Bridges Renewal Program (BRP)
  More bridges in Gippsland will be eligible to be replaced as part of the Federal Government's Bridges Renewal Program (BRP).
• More than $15 million federal money spent to reduce mobile phone black spots across Gippsland
  Gippslanders are safer, and the economy has prospered because of more than $15 million being spent to reduce mobile phone black spots, according to the Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.
• Much needed multi-million dollar infrastructure projects to transform Lakes Entrance is on the way
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says more infrastructure projects are needed in Lakes Entrance as part of a multi-million dollar transformation of the town.
• Funding $2.69 million goes to four major Gippsland businesses and Latrobe City Council via Regional Recovery Fund
  The Andrews Labor Government is accelerating regional Victoria's recovery from the coronavirus pandemic by investing in Eastern Victoria to create jobs and stimulate the local economy.
• Celebrating a million ways to be a woman online part of International Women's Day from Latrobe City Council
  As part of International Women's Day, Latrobe City Council is encouraging the community to join in celebrating the contribution of women across the municipality.
• Extra $1.6 million for critical child care services in West and South Gippsland
  Government assistance committed to giving access to families for a quality child care.
• Federal funding of $3 million goes to DefendTex in Gippsland for Australia's first 3D printed space launching rocket boosters
  Funding to conduct Australia's first 3D printed rocket booster for space in Gippsland.
• 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.
• Tom McIntosh joins the opening of new multi-million dollar Ambulance Station in Yarram, enhancing emergency care across Victoria
  The Allan Labor government has opened a new multi-million dollar ambulance station in Yarram, enhancing emergency care. The facility includes modern amenities, improving paramedic safety, response times, and community healthcare access.
• Federal assistance of $7 million paid to Gippsland local governments for first quarter 2021-22
  Local governments in Monash have received their first 2021-22 quarterly payment through the Federal Government's Financial Assistance Grant program.
• Victorian Liberals and Nationals announce $6 million for Carers Support Group Resources Fund and a Social Enterprise Start-up Fund
  The Liberals and Nationals have announced $6 million for a new Carers Support Group Resources Fund and a Social Enterprise Start-up Fund to improve the lives of carers and those they care for.
• Black Spot program funded nearly $3 million for three projects in Baw Baw, Bass Coast and South Gippsland Shires for 2020-21
  Installation of safety barriers and safety upgrades such as lighting, signage, traffic lights and roundabouts in Sand Road/Princes Way as part of the government's Black Spot Program.
• Grant applications open for $34.2 million federal Future Drought Fund's Drought Resilience Innovation Grants program
  Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for organisations to apply for projects to manage and prepare for drought.
• Works underway for the multi-million dollar network of mountain bike trails in Omeo
  Project that would give a boost for sustainable local jobs in Omeo.
• Federal government will fund $182 million of road and rail works in Gippsland during 2022-23
  Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (pictured) says the Federal Government will fund $182 million worth of road and rail work in the region during the 2022-23 financial year.
• Maffra's Cameron Sporting Complex $9.5 million redevelopment in Wellington Shire officially opened
  After a number of frustrating cancellations due to Covid-19 restrictions, an official opening was finally held today for the Cameron Sporting Complex redevelopment.
• 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.
• Jaclyn Symes Minister for Emergency Services explains how 000 calls are sometimes sent to recorded message service and failing Gippslanders who need an immediate response
  The Minister clarified that ESTA hasn't used recorded messages for emergencies in over a year. Calls pass through Telstra initially, where such messages might occur due to high demand. The Minister aligns with the PAEC response.
• Federal Local Economic Recovery program funds $1.4 million for improvements to Buchan streetscape in East Gippsland
  Buchan streetscape will be upgraded thanks to Federal Government funding through the Local Economic Recovery Program.
• Country Roads and Bridges Program axed by Andrews Labor government leaving Victorian country roads neglected
  Victoria's roads network is in a 'revolting' state of disrepair, according to the people who are risking their lives driving them every day.
• Landholders in East Gippsland to develop wildlife refuges with $1 million grant to 'Trust for Nature' as part of bushfire recovery
  The Federal Government is backing local landholders and communities in East Gippsland to lead the way in bushfire recovery through a $1 million grant to support the regeneration of impacted plants and animals.
• Explore East Gippsland Rail Trail with its multi-million dollar upgrade says Darren Chester
  Darren Chester, Federal Member for Gippsland, encourages exploring the East Gippsland Rail Trail. Funding from the previous government enabled a multi-million dollar upgrade, including a new boardwalk.
• 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.
• Great Southern Rail Trail to be extended with $6 million funding from Regional Infrastructure Fund
  Boosting tourism while creating jobs for the locals through the Gippsland track and trails project.
• 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.
• Russell Broadbent appreciates and thanks our six million local volunteers for 2023
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• Reinstating Country Roads and Bridges Program will help fix crumbling roads is pledged by Victorian Nationals for elections
  The Nationals will help repair crumbling country roads with a $288 million plan to re-establish the successful Country Roads and Bridges program.
• Allan Labor government's urgent care clinics in Gippsland have surpassed half a million visits, easing emergency department pressure
  The Allan Labor government's Urgent Care Clinics, averaging 7,000 visits weekly, have hit half a million visits. They ease emergency department pressure, provide free care, and are funded by the Commonwealth.
• Urgent construction industry rebuilding needed to address collapse from high costs and worker shortages says Russell Broadbent
  Australia faces a severe housing crisis, particularly affecting families. Government plans to build a million homes in five years are hindered by collapsing construction companies, skilled worker shortages, and increasing demand from migrants.
• Bairnsdale wastewater treatment plant to generate energy on-site with $1.3 million biogas initiative for East Gippsland Water
  East Gippsland Water's Bairnsdale plant will use a new combined heat and power unit to generate enough energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• Baw Baw and Latrobe City community organisations share over $1.3 million funding from Shade Grants program
  Ensuring the community from the harmful rays of the sun.
• Grow Your Business Group Program 2022 grants 11 lean manufacturing businesses in East Gippsland with $5.4M funding
  Eleven businesses in East Gippsland have collectively made $5.4 million in productivity improvements thanks to their participation in an East Gippsland Shire Council program.
• Darren Chester backs Bairnsdale Neighbourhood House redevelopment with multi-million dollar to enhance East Gippsland
  Federal Member for Gippsland, Darren Chester, praises dedicated volunteers at Bairnsdale Neighbourhood House, highlighting their essential services, fundraising efforts, and the need for government support for a $6 million redevelopment project.
• Premier Jacinta Allan timber industry understanding in question after her response on difference between hardwood and softwood
  Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull, questions Premier Jacinta Allan's understanding of the timber industry, highlighting her response regarding hardwood and softwood supply concerns in Parliament last year.