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South Gippsland Shire Mayor Clare Williams elected president of Australian Local Government Women's Association and more council updates

South Gippsland Shire Council update for the community, their projects and programs.

By news@gippsland - 9th May 2024 - Back to News

Mayor Clare Williams of South Gippsland Shire Council has been elected the President of the Australian Local Government Women's Association (ALGWA) - Victoria. This prestigious appointment is a testament to our Mayor's dedication and leadership in promoting local government.

Mayor Clare Williams chosen as ALGWA - Victoria President, reflecting dedication to promoting women's participation and voices in local government

Women in local government

The Association aims to increase the participation of women as councillors and officers in local government, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. Congratulations to Mayor Clare Williams on this well-deserved achievement!

Mayor Clare Williams said, "I'm thrilled to be the president of ALGWA Victoria, I will amplify voices, advocate for gender equality, and continue breaking down barriers, paving the way for more women to take leadership positions in local government."

2025 Kindergarten Registrations

Attention all parents and guardians! Registrations for three- and four-year-old kindergarten in 2025 are now open. To register, simply head to council's website, complete the online registration form and nominate your top three kindergarten preferences. To be included in first-round offers, registrations must be received by 30 June 2024. To find out more, or to register, please visit Kinder 2025 website.

Expect 30-minute delays on Great Southern Rail Trail between Bair Street and Simons Lane in Leongatha due to tree removal

Great Southern rail trail

Works to remove a hazardous tree along the Great Southern Rail Trail will be taking place tomorrow (Friday 10 May). Expect delays of up to 30 minutes along the section of the Rail Trail between Bair Street and Simons Lane in Leongatha. The works will be taking place from 8.00am to 4.00pm.

Minister Steve Dimopoulos extends funding for disaster waste disposal at Mirboo North Transfer Station, requiring property address for coverage, extension ends on 30 June 2024

Free disaster waste disposal

South Gippsland Shire Council recently received confirmation from the Minister for Environment, Steve Dimopoulos, that funding support to assist with the free disposal of disaster waste at the Mirboo North Transfer Station has been extended.

This extension has been provided due to the significant scale of impacts on the Mirboo North and surrounding area. In order for disposal to be covered under this extended program, people disposing of disaster waste at the Mirboo North Transfer Station will need to provide the property address of where the waste has come from.

Mirboo North transfer

The extension ends on 30 June 2024. To support this, the Mirboo North Transfer Station will be operating under extended hours until 30 June 2024. These hours are:

• Monday and Tuesday: Closed
• Wednesday: 1.00pm to 5.00pm
• Thursday: Closed
• Friday: 1.00pm to 5.00pm
• Saturday and Sunday: 9.00am to 4.00pm

If you have any questions about the extension, please contact council on 5662 9200. Disaster waste is defined as any material deposited on a property by an emergency (green waste generated by the emergency), or material damaged by the emergency that is required to be disposed of as part of the recovery from the emergency.

South Gippsland Shire Council and Mirboo North Community Recovery Working Group host free community gathering for residents on 22 May 2024 at Mirboo North Shire Hall

Storm recovery session

Join South Gippsland Shire Council and the Mirboo North Community Recovery Working Group as they host a free evening where residents can come together. Guest speaker Dr Rob Gordon will share his insights into practical and emotional responses after events such as those experienced during the February storm.

Dr Rob Gordon PhD is a clinical psychologist who has over 30 years of experience working with people and communities after traumatic events such as storms, bushfires and floods.

Session details:

• Date: Wednesday 22 May
• Time: 5.30pm to 7.45pm
• Place: Mirboo North Shire Hall

This is a FREE session, however for catering purposes please register your attendance at Storm Recovery Session website.

Visit Leongatha's Memorial Hall to discuss VicGrid's Draft Renewable Energy Zone Community Benefits Plan on 22 May 2024 and share your feedback

VicGrid

Drop into Memorial Hall, Leongatha to chat to VicGrid about their Draft Renewable Energy Zone Community Benefits Plan.You can provide your feedback at either a drop-in session or community workshop.

Please note that if you are wanting to attend the community workshop, you will need to register your attendance. Tea, coffee and refreshments will be available. Here are the details:

• When: 22 May
• Where: Memorial Hall Leongatha
• Drop-in Session; From 3.00pm to 5.00pm
• Community Workshop: 6.00pm to 7.30pm

If you need any support to attend, please email vicgrid@deeca.vic.gov.au. To register for the community workshop, please visit VicGrid Community Workshop website.

Dispose of toxic household chemicals free at Sustainability Victoria's Detox Your Home events, ensuring safe recovery or disposal. Drive-through, contactless for safety on 8 June 2024

Detox Your Home

Drop off your household chemicals for FREE at the Wonthaggi Transfer Station. The Detox Your Home event is taking place Saturday 8 June from 9.00am to 12.00pm - bookings are essential. Accepted items include weed killers, herbicides, pool chemicals, fuels, cooking oil and lots more! To register, please visit Detox Your Home website.

Local artist Melanie Caple finishes mural on 42 Commercial Street. Visit Korumburra to see it firsthand

Korumburra Mural

Have you been to Korumburra lately? If so, you've probably seen local artist Melanie Caple working on a mural on the external wall of 42 Commercial Street. We are thrilled to share that the mural is now complete.Be sure to head over to Korumburra to check it out in person.

Save the date! Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival transforms the town into a tea cosy paradise from May 18 to May 25

Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival

Mark it in your calendar, the Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival is right around the corner. From Saturday 18 to Sunday 25 May, the town of Fish Creek transforms into a hub of tea cosy delight. The Festival will be an exhibition of traditional and contemporary cosies showcasing the boundless imagination of the entrants.

Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival program includes Devonshire teas, craft workshops, artistic performances, gallery exhibitions and the very popular Bendigo Bank Village Market Day. Be sure not to miss this biannual event! For more information, please visit Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival website.

Loch Village Food and Wine Festival

Save the date! The Loch Village Food and Wine Festival is happening Sunday 9 June from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Meet the people behind our wineries, breweries, great produce and eateries, celebrating some of what South Gippsland has to offer.

Enjoy beer and wine tastings, local restaurant pop-ups, international food trucks, live music and the festival vibes before exploring the historical village. To purchase your tickets, please visit Loch Village Food and Wine Festival website.

Impound of vehicle

Council impounded the following vehicle in accordance with Schedule 11 of the Local Government Act 1989 on 8 May 20204 from Louis Road, Venus Bay.

• Vehicle Make: Mitsubishi
• Vehicle Type: Hatchback
• Colour: Silver
• Year: 1998
• Engine Number: JMFMNCJ2AXU000723

Unless the vehicle is collected and relevant fees paid within fourteen (14) days of the date of this notice, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the public. For enquiries, please contact our Community Safety team on 5662 9200 during office hours.

Grant writing workshop

This month South Gippsland Shire Council is hosting a suite of FREE community workshops on Volunteer Recruitment and Retention. This two-part workshop series will focus on helpful tips and innovative strategies for community groups to attract and keep volunteers. Part 1 of the workshop will focus on Volunteer Recruitment and Part 2 will focus on Volunteer Retention. With workshop details:

New Ways for Volunteer Recruitment and Retention - Part 1

• Tuesday 14 May - Korumburra Hub from 12.30pm to 2.30pm
• Wednesday 15 May - Online from 6.00pm to 8.00pm

New Ways for Volunteer Recruitment and Retention - Part 2

• Tuesday 21 May - Council Chambers, Leongatha from 12.30pm to 2.30pm
• Wednesday 22 May - Online from 6.00pm to 8.00pm

We recommend you attend both Part 1 and 2 for the most comprehensive learning opportunity. For more information and the register, please visit Community Training website.

Transport and planning

The Victorian Government's Department of Transport and Planning are looking for drivers of cars, trucks, and heavy vehicles, as well as riders of motorcycles and bicycles, to tell them about their experience using the Tarwin Lower Road/ Buffalo Tarwin Lower Road roundabout.

Your feedback and views will feed into the overall understanding of the safety and function of compact roundabouts, and what this means to road users and road safety outcomes in Victoria. A focus session will be held at the Inverloch Community Hub on Tuesday 21 May from 4.30pm to 6.00pm.

For the opportunity to be part of the session please complete the short two-minute pre-qualification survey. This is to ensure there is a broad selection of representatives. With limited places, all survey respondents will receive confirmation of their participation by email. For more information and to complete the survey, please visit Compact Roundabout Focus Group website.

The Victorian gig fund

If you're an established Victorian live music venue, a 10,000 Gigs: The Victorian Gig Fund grant can provide grants of up to $10,000 a year to go towards Victorian artists' fees for gigs at their venues.

The Victorian Gig Fund is part of the Victorian Government's commitment to back 10,0000 live music gigs across the state in the next four years. The program will create more paid opportunities for local artists, from those just starting out to established acts, and give Victorian music lovers the chance to see more local live music. Applications close 2.00pm Friday 17 May.

Woolworths Pick Fresh Play Fresh Grants aid netball clubs nationwide, promoting healthy nutrition for young players during training and matches. Apply now!

Woolworth pick fresh grant

Woolworths Pick Fresh Play Fresh Grants, support grassroots netball clubs and associations across Australia. Over the past six years, the funding stream has provided support to over 311 netball clubs across the country.

Grants of up to $8,000 are available as well as $20,000 for the People's Choice Award. This is a funding opportunity your netball club won't want to miss. For more information and to apply, please visit Pick Fresh Play Fresh website. Submissions close 11.59pm Sunday 7 July.

Telstra footy country grants

Applications are now open for Telstra Footy Country Grants. Local footy clubs across Australia will have the opportunity to apply for grants up to $20,000 to help strengthen, sustain and grow local footy in three strategic areas:

• Grow and assist volunteer capacity
• Grow and diversify participation
• Improve club environments and experiences

To give your footy club a chance to secure funding please visit Telstra Footy Country Grants website. Submissions close 5.00pm Wednesday 7 August.

Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council website and Netball Victoria Facebook page.

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