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South Gippsland Shire Council project updates and lots more

South Gippsland Shire Council's updates to the community.

By news@gippsland - 20th October 2022 - Back to News

In The Know is your fortnightly reminder of what council is up to at the moment. Have a look at what is going on and how you can get involved! Here are just a few of the events coming up in South Gippsland.

Domestic Animal Management Plan reflects what council does or intends to do in relation to animal management for this period

DAMP draft releases

Following an extensive engagement process that generated 583 responses, council has released a Draft Domestic Animal Management Plan, based on the provided feedback. We would like to thank everyone who completed a survey or dropped in at one of our Listening Posts. You can view a summary of the results by visiting the Engagement Summary Report page.

Submissions relating to the Draft Domestic Animal Management Plan can still be provided until Thursday 3 November. Visit Domestic Animal Management Plan page. Your feedback will help to ensure that the draft plan reflects both the comments made during the engagement period, and the needs of the South Gippsland community.

Council is excited to announce a new community-based art initiative from South Gippsland Shire - the ArtCubes project

ArtCubes to a town near you!

We are excited to announce a new community-based art initiative from South Gippsland Shire - the ArtCubes project. ArtCubes is the name we have given to three cube containers that are about to be transformed into portable, adaptable, experimental creative spaces.

Each cube is solar-powered and designed to safely house creative installations with open or closed doors. Viewing is also available through the windows. The ArtCubes can be transported anywhere, bringing innovative experiences to every corner of the Shire.

The ArtCubes will be launching in the coming months (details TBA) and will change location on a seasonal basis. For all enquiries please contact:

Mary Sullivan (Arts Development Officer)
mary.sullivan@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
ph 5662 9200

Some funding will be available to assist with hosting the ArtCubes, so if you are interested in this project, please let us know.

Lumpy skin disease is a viral disease of cattle and buffalo that can result in animal welfare issues and significant production losses

Lumpy skin disease

Council is working closely with Agriculture Victoria through the Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee and Gippsland Dairy Industry Leadership Group to raise awareness of Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) and Lumpy skin disease.

A biosecurity management plan is an essential tool for farmers who want to prevent, eliminate, and minimise biosecurity risks on-farm. A biosecurity plan promotes good hygiene practices and controls the movement of livestock, people and equipment onto agricultural properties. More information can be found in Foot and Mouth Disease page.

You can drop off household chemicals at council's free Detox Your Home events, held around Victoria

Detox your home

Do you have some unwanted household chemicals? A free Detox Your Home event is being held at the Wonthaggi Transfer Station (180 Cameron Street) on Sunday 30 October 2022 between 9.00am and 12.00pm.

For a full list of accepted items and to register for the event, visit Sustainability Victoria's Dispose of toxic household items (Detox Your Home).

Submit your nominations for Australia Day Awards event that will be held on 18 January, 2023 at the Meeniyan Town Hall

Australia Day nominations

Nominations are still open for the 2023 South Gippsland Australia Day Awards. The awards provide an opportunity for hardworking residents to be recognised for their significant contribution to their local community. This year there are three award categories:

Citizen of the Year
Young Citizen of the Year
Community Event of the Year

Nominees in all categories will be celebrated at an Australia Day Awards event at 6.30pm on Wednesday 18 January, 2023 at the Meeniyan Town Hall. Submit your nominations at Australia Day nominations page. Nominations close 7 November 2022.

Submit your tender applications for construction of Skate Park until 1 November

Request for tenders

Council is seeking submissions from qualified companies/applicants for the following:

RFT/339 - Construction of Skate Park, Venus Bay
Tenders close 2pm AEST on Tuesday 1 November 2022

Documentation is available from council's e-Tendering Portal.

Join the 'Grant Writing Workshop' to learn how to set up a framework to be ready to apply for any grant efficiently and effectively

Grant writing workshop

Are you thinking of applying for a grant but need some knowledge? This workshop might be just what you are looking for!

Wednesday 9 November 2022
5:30pm - 8:00pm
South Gippsland Shire Council Chambers Michael Place, Leongatha

This workshop is free and a light dinner will be provided to those attending. Register for the 'Grant Writing Workshop' to learn how to set up a framework to be ready to apply for any grant efficiently and effectively.

With a sound that is as raw as it is joyful, Mama Kin Spender is an openhearted burst of sincerity, wonder and adventure

Mama Kin Spender

Grab Your Tickets For Mama Kin Spender. Tickets are still available for Mama Kin Spender. The Aria-nominated Mama Kin will be performing with our newly-formed local choir, the Six Week Singers will share a live performance on Friday 28 October at Memorial Hall in Leongatha. Tickets are available now at Trybooking website.