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Rural communities to be hit hardest by “dreadfully unfair” new levy in cost-of-living crisis

Rural Councils Victoria media release re the proposed new emergency services levy.

Community feedback shaping Council budget

Locals have helped shaped East Gippsland Shire Council’s 2025/26 Budget, with almost 1,000 residents using an interactive online tool.

Private native timber harvesting approved

East Gippsland Shire Council has approved an application for native timber harvesting and regeneration at Cabbage Tree Creek.

East Gippsland Agribusiness Leadership Program – Round 3 now open for applications

Applications now open for the Agricultural Leadership Program for Economic Resilience.

Fort King Master planning underway

East Gippsland Shire Council has started work with Fort King community to develop a masterplan to guide future management and improvement

Community and Council support Nicholson early learning

We are proceeding with the sale of land at 1010 Princes Highway, Nicholson, following overwhelming community support.

Positions open on Council agriculture committee

Council has announced that it is currently seeking Expressions of Interest for positions on its Agriculture Sector Advisory Committee.

February 28, 2025

Council hosts Governor of Victoria on whirlwind tour

We hosted a wo-day tour of East Gippsland by Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC, Governor of Victoria

February 28, 2025

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project update – February 2025

The Omeo MTB Trails update - February 2025

February 24, 2025

Supporting our community through financial hardship

East Gippsland Shire Council is offering support to community members struggling to pay their rates due to financial hardship.

February 24, 2025

Lakes locals invited to have a say on water needs

Residents, businesses and visitors are being invited to share their views on how water should be managed in Lakes Entrance.

February 24, 2025

Council backing small businesses with digital skills program

Local small business owners are being given the opportunity to strengthen their digital skills through a series of free workshops.

February 20, 2025

Community feedback guides revised Council Vision

East Gippsland Shire Council has officially adopted an updated version of its Community Vision 2040.

February 20, 2025

Indoor sports hub a step closer for Lakes

The creation of a new multipurpose indoor sporting facility for Lakes Entrance has taken an important step forward.

February 19, 2025

Calls to scrap new State levy

A new, disproportionate State Government levy impacting rural and regional Victoria must be urgently reconsidered.

February 18, 2025

Councillors visiting Orbost next week

East Gippsland Shire Councillors and senior staff will be visiting Orbost and surrounds next Tuesday 25 February.

February 18, 2025

New Changing Places facility underway in Lakes Entrance to improve accessibility

Construction has started on a new Changing Places accessible toilet and changeroom in Lakes Entrance.

February 17, 2025

Livestock Exchange commercial review update

Our agriculture sector will soon have the opportunity to have its say on the operating model for the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange.

February 1, 2025

Strong community turnout for Lakes Entrance project openings

A 70-strong crowd gathered in Lakes Entrance to celebrate the official opening of three major foreshore projects.

February 1, 2025

Help shape the next Annual Budget

East Gippsland Shire are calling on community members to share their preferences on how funding for services should be prioritised.

January 30, 2025

Lakes Entrance to celebrate foreshore revitalisation

Three Lakes Entrance foreshore projects, worth over $3.5 million, will be unveiled on Saturday, 1 February, in a boost for the town.

January 24, 2025

Back-to-school safety reminder

As students return to school this week, it’s an important reminder for drivers to slow down and stay alert in school zones.

January 23, 2025

East Gippsland welcomes 15 new Aussie citizens

East Gippsland has 15 new citizens following a citizenship ceremony held in Bairnsdale today.

January 23, 2025

Paynesville project receives federal backing

The Paynesville foreshore is set for a major transformation following the announcement of a $6.35 million grant

January 20, 2025

Supporting housing growth in Paynesville and Eagle Point

East Gippsland Shire Council is seeking to support new housing in Paynesville and Eagle Point through changes to its planning scheme

January 19, 2025

Prosperity, opportunity and pride – Ambassador raises a glass to East Gippsland

Australia Day Ambassador Chris Moore shared a timely reminder of our shire's potential for prosperity and opportunity.

January 18, 2025

Local volunteers honoured at East Gippsland Australia Day Awards

Over 150 residents gathered in Orbost to honour some of the region’s most dedicated volunteers and community events.

January 13, 2025

Council to enhance flood resilience of Omeo’s Livingstone Park

Flood mitigation works will soon begin in Omeo’s Livingstone Park to better protect the 24-hectare centrepiece of Omeo

January 13, 2025

Don’t forget inflatable pool safety

Many families unwrapped backyard pools this Christmas – just in time for the hot days that followed - but even shallow pools pose a risk.

January 13, 2025

Have your say on proposed Nicholson land sale

The community can now provide feedback on the proposed sale of land at 1010 Princes Highway, Nicholson.

January 3, 2025

Raymond Island foreshore plan finalised

The plan to guide management of a key section of Raymond Island foreshore is complete.

January 3, 2025

Major touring shows headed our way

East Gippslanders are in for a spectacular 2025 with the Forge Theatre securing major Creative Victoria touring performances.

January 2, 2025

Lucknow residential village approved

A new residential village at 19 Lomandra Boulevard, Lucknow, will proceed.

January 2, 2025

Take your event to the next level

Are you ready to take your event to the next level?

January 1, 2025

Don't forget inflatable pool safety this summer

Flood mitigation works will soon begin in Omeo’s Livingstone Park to better protect the 24-hectare centrepiece of Omeo.

December 31, 2024

‘Surprise’ ... here’s a new State levy

The Victorian Government’s new Emergency Services Levy will result in a significant cost burden on local ratepayers and Council.

December 31, 2024

Glass recycling cannot be a cost burden on our community

We have joined 14 other Victorian councils requesting the State to reconsider its plan to introduce kerbside glass recycling.

December 23, 2024

Fees waived to increase dining space

It is now cheaper and easier for restaurants and cafes to capture the summer tourist trade by introducing a fee waiver for local businesses.

December 23, 2024

Omeo MTB Trails - December 2024 project update

Here's our December 2024 Omeo Mountain Bike Trails project update - 50km of trails open!

December 20, 2024

Historic WORLD Sporting Precinct transformed for the next generation

The much-anticipated Stages 1, 2 and 3 of the $17.4 million WORLD Sporting Precinct were officially opened on Thursday 5 December.

December 18, 2024

Council joins vape-free partnership to protect young people

Council has joined VicHealth and over 40 organisations across Victoria in a $2 million initiative to help young people say no to vaping.

December 16, 2024

A Christmas Message from the Mayor

As we near the end of the year, I want to extend my warmest wishes to everyone in our wonderful community,

December 13, 2024

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

December 13, 2024

Council inks Animal Aid contract extension

Council has approved a 12-month extension to its current contract with Animal Aid for the provision of pound and animal shelter services.

December 10, 2024

Council to enhance flood resilience of Omeo’s Livingstone Park

Council is proposing to mitigate future flood damage in Omeo’s Livingstone Park.

December 10, 2024

Stage 1 opening of Omeo trails cranks up tourism potential

Omeo has marked a key milestone with the official opening of Stage 1 of the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails.

December 2, 2024

Bairnsdale Outdoor Pool season announced

The Bairnsdale Outdoor Pool will open from Thursday 2 January for a 10-week season.

November 26, 2024

John White elected Mayor, Sonia Buckley Deputy

John White was tonight elected Mayor of East Gippsland Shire Council for the next 12 months.

November 25, 2024

Council to launch major sports and recreation projects

Council will open three major projects in coming days, celebrating new facilities that support people, connections and economy.

November 11, 2024

East Gippsland welcomes new councillors

Council has nine new councillors after the Victorian Electoral Commission declared the results of the Victorian local government elections.

November 4, 2024

Orbost partnership delivers maternal and child health services

Gippsland Lakes Complete Health and Council have teamed up to offer maternal and child health services in Orbost.

November 4, 2024

New roads, paths pave way for growth in Buchan

Buchan is celebrating an upgrade to its main road and path connections, following completion of its Main Street and Linkages Project.

November 4, 2024

Wolseley Street public toilets, Orbost

Our painters are scheduled to be at Wolseley Street, Orbost, public toilets this Wednesday to paint out graffiti in the disabled toilet.

November 1, 2024

Council at table for financial sustainability inquiry

Council was one of 15 Victorian councils and the only one from Gippsland to participate in the Inquiry into Local Government Sustainability.

November 1, 2024

Funding for circular economy project

We are pleased to have recently received a $37,000 Circular Economy Organics Council Fund grant from the Victorian Government.

November 1, 2024

Solar for schools to power student learning

We welcome the Victorian Government announcement of an additional $5.4 million investment in the Greener Government School Building program.

October 24, 2024

Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project licence renewals - statement

Council was not involved in the Government decision to renew retention and exploration licences regarding the Fingerboards Mine project.

October 21, 2024

Nominations now open for East Gippsland Australia Day Awards 2025

Nominations are now open for the 2025 East Gippsland Australia Day Awards.

September 24, 2024

Future of Orbost & District Project and Council formalise partnership agreement

The Future of Orbost & District (FoOD) Project and Council have signed a partnership agreement.

September 23, 2024

East Gippsland welcomes 17 new citizens on Australian Citizenship Day

East Gippsland Shire has 17 new citizens following a citizenship ceremony on the morning of Tuesday 17 September.

September 11, 2024

Free school holiday entertainment extravaganza

Get ready for an exciting two-week program of free shows for children and families across East Gippsland during the upcoming school holidays

September 11, 2024

Voucher scheme to bolster local businesses

Council is launching the East Gippsland Business Support Voucher Program

September 10, 2024

Pairing style with sustainability

Council’s Mayor, Councillors, CEO and staff donned op-shop outfits to promote second-hand finds as one of the ways we can reuse and recycle.

September 6, 2024

Orbost’s Succession Planning Expo a triumph for farmers

The much-anticipated Family, Farm, Finance, Future Succession Planning Expo was held on 29 August at the Orbost Golf Club, attracting

September 6, 2024

Proposed planning scheme changes to reflect local aims

Council is moving to improve and update its main town planning document to help guide planning decisions for the future.

September 6, 2024

Clarity needed on wild dog management strategies

Agriculture Victoria has hosted sessions in Omeo and Gelantipy this week as part of its ‘dingo conservation and management review’

September 5, 2024

Council urges state to recognise regional strengths

Council has asked the Victorian Government to ensure that its new Plan for Victoria recognises the strengths of the East Gippsland region.

September 4, 2024

Strengthening climate resilience central to supporting community

Council was invited to present at the Legislative Council Environment and Planning Inquiry into Climate Resilience in Traralgon.

September 4, 2024

Forge unveils star-studded September shows

The Forge Theatre has lined up a spectacular array of shows guaranteed to entertain all age groups this September. From the grand spectacl

September 2, 2024

Council’s small grants to make a big impact for local groups

Ten community groups have been given a welcome boost after they scooped funding through Council’s Community Small Grants Program.

August 30, 2024

Minister requested to step in on timber application

Council will request the Minister for Planning to determine an application for timber harvesting and regeneration on private land.

August 30, 2024

Council Meeting outcomes – Tuesday 27 August 2024

Decisions made at the Council Meeting on Tuesday 27 August.

August 29, 2024

City Oval improvements deliver finals action

Bairnsdale City Oval will be the epicentre for Gippsland League football and netball finals this Sunday.

August 29, 2024

Council adopts new policy to support ratepayers in need

East Gippsland Shire Council has voted to increase assistance to community members who are facing financial difficulties.

August 22, 2024

Solar farm proposal to be decided by Minister for Planning

A proposed solar farm at Andersons Lane, Bairnsdale, is expected to be considered for approval by the Victorian Government’s Minister for Pl

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