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Australia Day

Australia Day events are held by community organisations across the Shire, including official ceremonies, entertainment, awards and more.

Honouring locals with special guest Chris Moore

East Gippsland Shire Council’s 2025 Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday 18 January at Forest Park in Orbost from 12.30 pm

Fees waived to increase dining space

It is now cheaper and easier for restaurants and cafes to capture the summer tourist trade.

Community Matters 19 December newsletter out now

Mayor's Christmas message, 30 years of Council, ambassador Chris Moore and more.

Omeo MTB Trails - December project update

The latest update on the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails project is here!

Apply now - Pathway to Growth training for event organisers

We are seeking expressions of interest from event organisers to join a 12-week online training course.

Australia Day

Australia Day events are held by community organisations across the Shire, including official ceremonies, entertainment, awards and more.

Honouring locals with special guest Chris Moore

East Gippsland Shire Council’s 2025 Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday 18 January at Forest Park in Orbost from 12.30 pm

Fees waived to increase dining space

It is now cheaper and easier for restaurants and cafes to capture the summer tourist trade.

Community Matters 19 December newsletter out now

Mayor's Christmas message, 30 years of Council, ambassador Chris Moore and more.

Omeo MTB Trails - December project update

The latest update on the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails project is here!

Apply now - Pathway to Growth training for event organisers

We are seeking expressions of interest from event organisers to join a 12-week online training course.

Have Your Say

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Bairnsdale - Francis Street and Pyke Street roundabout

New road infrastructure will be designed to address longstanding concerns about pedestrian and cyclist safety at the intersection of Francis Street and Pyke Street in Bairnsdale.

Planning Scheme Amendment C172egip - Implementation of the Paynesville Growth Area Structure Plan

Amendment C172egip (the Amendment) proposes to update the East Gippsland Planning Scheme by implementing recommendations of the Paynesville Growth Area Structure Plan (PGASP).

Planning Scheme Amendment C171egip – Implementation of the Eagle Point Structure Plan

Amendment C171egip (the Amendment) proposes to update the East Gippsland Planning Scheme by implementing recommendations of the Eagle Point Structure Plan (EPSP).

News and Notices

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Council to enhance flood resilience of Omeo’s Livingstone Park

Don’t forget inflatable pool safety

Have your say on proposed Nicholson land sale

Raymond Island foreshore plan finalised

Major touring shows headed our way

Lucknow residential village approved

Intention to sell land - 1010 Princes Highway, Nicholson

Christmas holiday closures

Christmas kerbside waste collection dates

Licence over Council-owned land - Part of Giles Street Bairnsdale

Licence of Land and Buildings - 49 Turnbull Street Bairnsdale

Licence of Land and Buildings - 4-6 Munro Street Orbost

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