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Draft Annual Budget 2023/24 and Financial Plan open for feedback and more updates from South Gippsland Shire Council

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

By news@gippsland - 21st April 2023 - Back to News

The Proposed 2023/24 Budget and 2023/24 - 2032/33 Financial Plan are now available for community review. The documents present a financially sustainable and responsible road map for South Gippsland for next year and for future years. They consider the opportunities available for our local community along with challenges such as the global economic climate, interest rate rises, escalating costs in the building industry and the cost of living.

Take the survey and have your say for Proposed 2023/24 Budget and Long Term Financial Plan

Budget priorities

The proposed 2023/24 Annual Budget carefully balances the needs of our local community with the delivery of services, investment in capital works and key initiatives such as:

• $400,000 towards investing in council's annual re-sheet program, design of sealing priority roads and protecting the condition of our roads through roadside vegetation and weed management
• $155,000 towards Planning initiatives to support sustainable growth, including implementing actions from the Coastal Strategy, the South Gippsland Planning Scheme review and progressing planning controls in Nyora
• $50,000 to improve sustainable management of our environment through developing a Climate Action Plan
• Further investment of $60,000 in improving our cybersecurity to protect our community's data and information
• Community strengthening through the development of Community Plans across our unique communities, and ongoing funding support for the Live4Life program

Capital works highlights include:

• Revitalised streetscape for Korumburra
• Refurbishment of the old rail precinct in Leongatha into a new community area
• Refurbishment of the old rail precinct in Korumburra into a new community area
• Revitalised streetscape for Venus Bay
• Construction and sealing of Simons Lane, Leongatha
• Rehabilitation and resealing of sealed road sections

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.

Council invites you to Candlelight Vigil on 3 May 2023 from 6.30pm outside council's main office

Candlelight vigil

Council would like to extend a warm invitation to everyone in our community to attend a Candlelight Vigil on:

• Wednesday 3 May at 6.30pm
• Outside council's main office at 9 Smith Street, Leongatha

The Vigil, which is being held in locations across Gippsland, Victoria and Australia, has been organised to remember and honour those who have lost their lives to domestic and family violence.

In 2022, South Gippsland ranked 26 out of all 79 local government areas in Victoria for family violence rates. In real numbers, that is 528 call outs recorded by Victoria Police. These are just those who have reported. For more information on statistics and Vigils being held around our region, please visit the Gippsland Women's Health website.

Join the South Gippsland Shire Council Budget Q&A Facebook event on 3 May 2023 at 5:30 pm

Budget Facebook Q&A

Do you have a question you would like to ask about the draft 2023/2024 council budget? We will be hosting:

• Facebook Q&A
• Wednesday 3 May
• Between 5.30pm and 6.30pm

For anyone to ask a question about the Proposed Annual Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan. Councillors will be on the other end to answer in real time, so please take the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

Kindergarten registrations must be lodged by 30 June to receive a first-round offer in August

Kindergarten enrolment

SAVE THE DATE! Registrations for three- and four-year-old kindergarten in 2024 open on 1 May. To register, simply head to council's website, complete the online application form and nominate your top three kindergarten preferences.

To ensure an easy and fair process for all parents, council operates the central registration system on behalf of all participating kindergartens across South Gippsland. The information also helps us anticipate the future demands for services. Find out more at Kindergarten Central Registration page.

Upgrade to retaining wall at Mirboo North Transfer Station, site remains open with possible traffic flow disruption

Mirboo North transfer station

Please be advised that construction works are currently underway at the Mirboo North Transfer Station to upgrade a retaining wall. The site will remain open as per usual operating hours, but traffic flow through the site may be affected at times. All measures will be taken to minimise disruption. Thank you for your patience.

Training opportunities

Small business mentoring service

Need some support for your business? These 45-minute sessions provide general business advice for those who are planning, starting or growing a business. From financial viability and cash flow to management and marketing, these sessions are a great opportunity to get tailored support. Here are the details:

• Thursday 27 April
• 4.00pm to 8.45pm
• Virtual meeting either via Zoom, Skype or Phone

To book your spot, please visit Events & Workshops page.

Register for the free virtual small business mentoring program to be held on 27 April 2023

Intro to strategic planning

Are you part of a community group who is keen to get started on a long-term strategic plan? Hosted by Michelle Harris from GippSport, this session will cover the following:

• How to develop a strategic plan and the process to follow
• Who are your stakeholders
• Consultation
• Data collection
• Vision and values

Places are limited, so please only send along two representatives from your group. Here are the details:

• Thursday 27 April
• 6.30pm to 8.30pm
• South Gippsland Council Chambers (Michael Place, Leongatha)
• Cost: Free!

To book your spot, please visit Introduction to Strategic Planning page.

Reserve your spot to 'Introduction to Strategic Planning' for free to be held on 27 April 2023 at South Gippsland Shire - Meeting Room 1 Council Chambers Michael Place

Events

Anzac Day

Please find details of Anzac Day events in South Gippsland below:

• Fish Creek - 10.00am at the Cenotaph
• Foster - 11.00am at the Cenotaph followed by formal commemorative service
• Korumburra - 5.45am dawn service and 10.30am service at Coleman Park (please arrive 10.15am)
• Leongatha - 5.45am dawn service and 10.45am service at the Cenotaph
• Loch - 10.30am service at the Cenotaph
• Meeniyan - March at 9.30am from the Cenotaph (please arrive at 9.15am)
• Mirboo North - 5.45am dawn service at the war memorial and 10.30am service at Mirboo North Secondary College auditorium
• Poowong - 12.00pm service at the Cenotaph (please arrive at 11.45am)
• Tarwin Lower - March to the Cenotaph from Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute at 12.00pm
• Toora - 5.45am dawn service and 11.00am service at the Cenotaph
• Welshpool - 9.30am service at the Cenotaph
• Wooreen - 10.40am service at the corner of Wooreen-Mirboo Road and Yarragon Road

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, Harry Hook is Real at Ruby Hall page.

Marinus Link

Marinus Link is hosting a number of drop-in sessions in South Gippsland during April. Council is aware that there is interest in the project in our community so would like to pass on details of the following drop-in opportunities:

Mirboo North

• When: Thursday, 27 April - 4:30-6:30 pm
• Where: Mirboo North and District Community Foundation 96 Ridgway, Mirboo North

Dumbalk

• When: Friday, 28 April - 10:00 am-12:00 pm
• Where: Dumbalk Hall 29-31 Farmers Rd, Dumbalk East

Meeniyan

• When: Friday, 28 April - 5:00-7:00 pm
• Where: Meeniyan Town Hall 97 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan

Fish Creek

• When: Saturday, 29 April - 10:00am-12:00pm
• Where: Fish Creek Hall 13 Falls Road, Fish Creek

Request for Tenders

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

RFT/365

Management and Operation of Selected Aquatic Venues within South Gippsland , Tenders close at 2.00pm AEST on Tuesday 9 May 2023.

RFT/357

Construction of Meeniyan Community Hub and RFT/366 - Panel of Civil, and Road Surfacing, Works, Equipment and Products. Tenders close at 2.00pm AEST on Tuesday 16 May 2023

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

Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council website and Wikipedia website.

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