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South Gippsland Shire 2024 kindergarten registration and more updates

South Gippsland Shire Council projects and program updates for the community.

By news@gippsland - 4th May 2023 - Back to News

Is your child registered for kindergarten in 2024? Registration is now open. Kindergarten is an essential stage of education that provides a strong foundation for a child's future academic and personal growth. Kindergarten is typically the first formal educational experience that children have and it sets the stage for their future learning experiences.

Kindergarten registration opens May 1st, closes for first round offers on June 30th, apply online with supporting documents or seek help from local library or council

Kindergarten registration

Early learning is a great opportunity for your child to develop through play and interaction as well as become a confident learner in a safe and supported environment. Kindergarten registration is centralised through council.

Simply complete the form and nominate your kindergarten preferences. Registrations must be lodged by 30 June to receive a first-round offer. For more information, please phone 5662 9200. To register go to Kindergarten Central Registration page.

Mayor Hersey discusses Proposed Annual Budget, GSRT extension opening, and advocacy in the interview

Mayor on air

The April edition of the South Coast FM South Gippsland Shire Council Monthly Update is available for your listening below. The segment is aired at 12.00 pm on the Saturday after a council meeting and again at 9.30 am on the Tuesday.

In this month's interview Mayor Hersey chats about the Proposed Annual Budget, the opening of the Great Southern Rail Trail extension and advocacy and engagement opportunities. See the video interview for the 'Mayor on Air' - Mayor Nathan Hersey - April 2023.

Collecting seabed samples for the first Australian offshore wind project provides an opportunity to advocate for Gippsland-based employment

Offshore wind in South Gippsland

Mayor Nathan Hersey and CEO Kerryn Ellis attended the Star of the South geotechnical campaign launch at Barry Beach Marine Terminal last Friday along with Minister for Climate Action, and Energy and Resources, Lily D'Ambrosio and the State Electricity Commission.

The offshore wind works are the first of its kind within Australia and will involve the collection of seabed samples from up to 70 metres beneath the seabed off the coastline of Wellington Shire. The announcement provided the Mayor and CEO with an opportunity to advocate for Gippsland-based employment.

On Wednesday 3rd of May, a candlelight vigil will be held to remember the women and children who have been victimised as a result of domestic and family violence

Candlelight Vigil

Last night we lit candles to shine a light on family violence. Some disturbing statistics:

• Between 2016 and 2021, nearly 900 women and children were murdered by family violence perpetrators in Australia
• In 2022 63 women were killed - meaning one woman died every six days
• On average, police attend a family violence incident every six minutes in Victoria
• Men also experience emotional and physical abuse and these figures are often under reported

We should do better. We can do better.

Have your say on the 'Proposed 2023/24 Budget and Long Term Financial Plan', submit feedback until 12 May 2023

Budget and financial plan

South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to investing in initiatives that will help strengthen and support our local community and economy. The council's proposed budget for 2023/2024 outlines a number of initiatives and services, including investments in our road infrastructure, sustainable growth planning, and cybersecurity. To find out more about the proposed financial documents, or to provide feedback please visit Proposed 2023/24 Budget and Long Term Financial Plan page.

Starting May 1st, Libraries Victoria resumes with changes to balance costs and provide access to a wide collection across the network

Libraries Victoria

Hooray! The Libraries Victoria service is back up and running. This means you will again be able to request items from other library services in Victoria. Slight adjustments have been made to the Libraries Victoria service to balance out the rising costs of courier and other operational services.

Balancing the costs while providing the state with the best access to the wide collection My Community Library provides. For more information visit News - Libraries Victoria Service Update - May 2023 - myli page.

YMHFA Courses

Live4Life, South Gippsland, and Bass Coast Shire Councils are running FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid courses from March to October. This course teaches adults about adolescent development and the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in young people, including crisis situations.

Topics covered include depression, anxiety, panic attacks, eating disorders and suicidal thoughts and behaviours. You will learn how and where to get help when a young person is developing a mental illness, what help research has shown to be effective and how to provide first aid in crisis situations. For more information, visit Bass Coast South Gippsland Live4Life Youth MHFA Courses 2023 page.

Flu immunisation sessions in Leongatha, Foster, and Korumburra cost $25 per person, payable on the day via EFTPOS

Community flu vaccinations

Protect yourself and your community against influenza this flu season. Flu immunisation sessions will be held in Leongatha, Foster and Korumburra for $25 per person. Here are the details:

• Monday 15 May - Foster War Memorial Hall
• Monday 22 May - Korumburra Coal Creek
• Tuesday 30 May - Leongatha Memorial Hall

To Book your immunisation please visit Community Flu Immunisations page.

From Inspiration to destination

Are you a volunteer or part of a community organisation looking to network and share ideas with like minded groups and individuals? 'From Inspiration to Destination' is a fantastic opportunity to mingle with your local community. The day will be jam packed with ideas presented by guest host Gilbert Rochecouste and a variety of workshops. Here are the details:

• Saturday 27 April
• 8:30 am registration with a 9:00 am start time
• The Salvation Army Australia - 2 Long Street, Leongatha
• $10 per person - Covers all food and beverages

Book online now via 'From Inspiration to Destination Conference' page.

South Gippsland events

Harry Hook is Real

Harry Hook is Real (supported by Janie Gordon) will play Ruby Hall on Friday 12 May as part of South Gippsland Shire Council's ongoing Live Music in Small Halls program. To book, please visit Eventbrite's Harry Hook is Real at Ruby Hall page.

IDAHOBIT Day

International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia Wednesday 17 May. Join us for the raising of the flag at 10:30 am out the front of the council offices. Rainbow biscuits will be provided after the event to celebrate IDAHOBIT Day.

ArtCubes Launch

Through the month of May, ArtCubes will be launching at Coal Creek with an official opening event on 23 May at 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm. These three cube containers are a part of an exciting new arts infrastructure program to support and enable creative development and community vibrancy to our small regional towns.

These immersive gallery-like spaces will showcase the works of local artist, Jasmine Susic, Kim McDonald, Ann-Maree Gentile and Olivia O'Connor. So keep an eye out for our colourful new cubes.

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

Source: http://gippsland.com/

Published by: news@gippsland.com