April 2019 - Archived News • Back • Choose a different Month 2 Apr 2019 (Tuesday)Magistrates Proceedings Flamin Donuts and Not Maccas in the Latrobe Valley Magistrates proceedings this week. Bass Coast joins Application for Rural Council Transformation Program Funding Bass Coast Shire Council applies for funding to establish the next stage of a shared services entity in Gippsland. Upgraded Labtrobe Valley Sports Facilities on their Way Work starts in building Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre (GRAC) and Traralgon Indoor Sports Stadium transformation. Northe asks what RET means for Latrobe Valley North emphasized the need to understand associated modelling and potential impacts on Latrobe Valley workers, contractors, families and businesses with VRET. Water Main Replacement Works - West Bairnsdale Water works to boost water reliability and quality. Northe Acknowledges Community Leaders Contributions from community leaders, acknowledged. Planning for Wonthaggi’s Future Updated Wonthaggi North East Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) and Development Contributions Plan (DCP) for community viewing available in April. Advocating for Two Priority Pools $60 million wanted for two Aquatics projects: A new pool for Phillip Island and the redevelopment of the Bass Coast Aquatic Centre in Wonthaggi. Council to Back Call for Newstart Increase Bass Coast Shire Council supports increase Newstart Allowance payments. Water Situation Update No trigger yet for compulsory water restrictions. The Australian Medium 2019 Tour Charmaine Wilson 2019 Tour Monday Night's Council Meeting Round-Up: 18 March A snapshot of some of the decisions made by Council at its Ordinary Meeting on Monday 18 March Changing the Game for Women in Eastern Victoria Continued support for women in sport. Wild Wogs 2: They Finally Left Home…And Without Their Mothers! The Wild Wogs are back! Northe Calls for Commitment to GCLP Calls for continued funding for GCLP. 11 Apr 2019 (Thursday)Gippy Agchat Edition 154 01 April, 2019 Be aware of some of the issues of the latest agricultural issues in Gippsland. Read up on Gippy Agchat Edition 154. Latrobe Creative Precinct – Sod turning Ceremony Commemoration: beginning of construction of the Latrobe Creative Precinct. Building the Best School Facilities for Warragul Bright and modern facilities with the opening of GLA building at St. Paul's Anglican Grammar School. Kangaroo Pet Food Trial Decision on kangaroo pet food trial, long overdue. 21 Apr 2019 (Sunday)Gippsland Line Passengers Urged to Plan Ahead During April State-wide Autumn transport construction blitz for metropolitan lines. Still a Flood of Support for Pondage Overflow of support to reopen Hazelwood Pondage. Farm Rates Review Continued disappointments with farmers' rates cap. Don’t Forget to Register your Pet Less stress with pet registration. Regional Skate Park Plans Shift Expert's opinion on the Regional Skate Park and Playspace. Choose Your Preferred Path Feedback needed on the next stage of the Inverloch Surf Parade Shared Path project. Road Management Plan Adopted Improved accessibility, safer roads for both vehicles and pedestrians with new road management plan. Daniel Andrews on Standby as Country Victoria Loses Population No action on shocking decline in Regional Victoria’s population. Mayor's Message - 29 March A busy week for Mayor Cr Brett Tessari. Grantville Gets Information Upgrade New information shelter works starting 29 March. Rock Wall Replacement to Start Northern side wall between Ramsey and Miller Terrace will be replaced. 30 Apr 2019 (Tuesday)Food & Fibre Gippsland Officially Launched Food & Fibre Gippsland was officially launched on Friday April 12 at Farm World Giving Locals A Voice at the Mental Health Royal Commission Lived experiences sharing through new online portal. Farmers Ignored in Labor’s Sham Rates Review Sham review won’t address unfair rates. Tourists Urged to Use Water Wisely over Easter Please ensure they use water efficiently during their stay. Pitch Perfect Start for Cricket Centre of Excellence New Cricket Centre of Excellence at Ted Summerton Reserve now underway. Stop the Spread of Flu this Winter Free flu vaccinations through the Government’s National Immunisation Program. Telling the Stories of Yarragon Veterans Yarragon Community Hall Committee to restore the Australian Natives Association Yarragon Branch No 217 Honour Board. Stronger Laws the Priority to Protect Victorian Farmers Delay in fixing farm trespass laws while farm businesses targeted by extreme activists. Feedback Wanted for Updated Guide Park Plan Your opinion wanted on plan for the playspace at Wonthaggi Guide Park. Council Seeks Community Feedback on Draft 2019/20 Budget Wanted: Community Feedback for Draft 2019/20 Budget. Slam Dunk for Traralgon Sports Stadium Traralgon Sports Stadium transformation underway. One-Stop-Shop for TAFE Jobs in Eastern Victoria A place for industry experts in Victoria's TAFE sector. Helping More Young Victorians Learn To Drive Support for young Victorian student drivers. First 1000 Days Project First 1000 Days Project aims to promote strong cultural connections. New Collaborations for Gippsland’s Food and Fibre Sector Gippsland’s food and fibre industry is set to continue its growth and market presence. Daniel Andrews’ Budget Delay Good for Labor, Bad for Victorians Shameful delay in State Budget. New Parks for Waterline Skaters Construction of permanent Skate Parks, now underway. Rewriting the Score – Latrobe Regional Gallery 12 metre installation at Latrobe Regional Gallery titled REWRITING THE SCORE.
Planning Minister hits pause on Cape Paterson Residential development in Cape Paterson North deferred. Community Input Needed on Masterplans Future of Blue Gum Reserve in Cowes and Harold Hughes Reserve in Corinella. Mental Health Boost to Support Gippsland Recovery New funding for fire-affected communities in Gippsland.

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