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Priority projects and critical services for Latrobe City discussed by Darren Chester and Mayor Kellie O'Callaghan

Darren Chester says all levels of government need to work together to deliver the funding for projects and critical services the Latrobe Valley needs during a period of significant changes.

By news@gippsland - 2nd February 2023 - Back to News

Federal Member for Gippsland, who is also the Shadow Minister for Local Government, met with Latrobe City Mayor Kellie O'Callaghan to discuss council's priorities in the lead up to the Federal Budget. "As a local MP I meet regularly with councils across Gippsland to discuss ways we can work together to secure funding for local priority projects and just get stuff done across our region," Mr Chester said.

Federal Member for Gippsland and Shadow Minister for Local Government Darren Chester met with Latrobe City Council Mayor Kellie O'Callaghan to discuss council priorities

Providing sustainable opportunities

Mr Chester said, "It's particularly important in the Latrobe Valley right now as there are a lot of moving parts with the transition in the energy sector and state government policies impacting jobs in the timber industry. So it was good to catch up with the Mayor before the Federal Parliament resumes next week to discuss Latrobe City's pre-budget submission and progress on a range of local projects.

"We are both on the same page, all levels of government need to be listening to our community and working positively and constructively to deliver practical projects and critical services that support long-term and sustainable job opportunities in the Latrobe Valley." Mr Chester said.

Ensuring progressive work

Mr Chester added, "There are projects like the Traralgon by-pass, infrastructure flood resilience, new affordable housing, improved health and education precincts, and high-tech industry opportunities that require a level of government investment to bring to fruition."

"Over the past few years we've been very successful in lending money for big projects like the performing arts centre, sports facilities and transport infrastructure but there's always more to be done. Rest assured I will keep working with local communities to ensure our voices are heard at the highest levels of state and federal governments in the months and years ahead." Mr Chester concluded.

Pictures from Darren Chester MP website.

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