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Young artists to shine at Youth Art Prize 2024

Entries are now open for East Gippsland's seventh annual Youth Art Prize, a celebration of our region's budding creatives.

Major transformation for key Lakes Entrance street

Lakes Entrance’s busy Myer Street will undergo a major transformation starting this month.

Council seeks feedback on land for affordable housing

We are seeking feedback on a proposal to make two Council-owned properties available for development of social and affordable housing.

Council looks towards 2045

What do you want East Gippsland to look like in 2045? That’s the question East Gippsland Shire Council is asking the community over the com

Council serves up $964K for Buchan sports courts

Council has welcomed the imminent start of work on a $964,000 project at Buchan Recreation Reserve

Celebrate Bairnsdale City Oval upgrades

User groups and the local community are invited to Bairnsdale’s historic City Oval this month to mark major upgrades

Responsible Council budget delivers for community

Residents and ratepayers will benefit from improved roads, community facilities and infrastructure under the 2024/25 Budget.

Community-led Mallacoota makeover set to begin

Mallacoota is set to get a major makeover, with Council kicking off its much-anticipated Mallacoota streetscape upgrade project.

Working together to create safer streets

Council has joined forces with Victoria Police to bolster law enforcement and ensure safer streets

Warm up with winter holidays library program

Winter school holidays at the library are free and you are invited to join in the fun.

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 25 June

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 25 June

Club Terrace, Cann River set to celebrate this week

Cann River and Club Terrace community members will this week mark the completion of two important projects in their districts.

Work begins on $2.1m upgrade for key Lakes Entrance road

A safer and more accessible Marine Parade in Lakes Entrance is being created by East Gippsland Shire Council.

East Gippsland Shire welcomes 18 new citizens

East Gippsland Shire has 18 new citizens following a citizenship ceremony held Bairnsdale on Wednesday, June 12.

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 4 June

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 4 June

Council offers grants of up to 20k for community groups

Council’s Community Grants Program has returned, and applications are now open.

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails - May 2024 update

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project update – May 2024. It’s getting closer!

Eagle Point Caravan Park for lease

We have put the management of the Eagle Point Caravan Park up for lease with the aim to provide the best experience for all visitors.

Council honour roll celebrates East Gippsland volunteers

National Volunteer Week wrapped up last week with Council welcoming 37 new inductees to the East Gippsland Volunteer Honour Roll.

Ensay Recreation Reserve project kicks off

Ensay Recreation Reserve is set for a major transformation with a revitalisation project officially underway.

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 21 May

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 21 May

Federal Budget lacks long-term investment

It is a case of slim pickings for East Gippsland in the Federal Budget 2024/25, handed down on Tuesday night.

Visitors bounce back to East Gippsland

Newly released visitor data tells a positive story for East Gippsland

Council call to keep cats safe and secure

Council is urging cat owners to embrace cat containment laws, highlighting the significant benefits for both feline friends and wildlife.

State Budget supports projects, ups levies, misses on roads

East Gippsland Shire Council has welcomed funding for facilities that benefit young people and families in the 2024 State Budget.

Wellington and East Gippsland Shire Councils win LGPro Award for Excellence in Innovation Management

East Gippsland Shire Council are delighted with their win at the LGPro Awards for Excellence in the Innovative Management category.

Two state awards for East Gippsland projects

It was a great night for the region at the LGPro Awards for Excellence, with East Gippsland Shire Council bringing home two awards.

Draft Budget 2024-25 released for feedback

East Gippsland Council has released its Draft Budget 2024/25 for community consultation.

New initiatives support community aspirations

East Gippsland Shire Council has proposed a suite of new initiatives to respond to the documented needs of community in its Draft Budget.

Cann River fire

We were saddened to learn fire damaged three commercial properties in Cann River in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Council meeting outcomes 30 April 2024

Council meeting on Tuesday 30 April - outcomes

Free masterclass this month for event organisers

Event organisers - learn some tools to deliver safe, successful, and sustainable events at our Events Masterclass this May.

Community at centre of Draft Budget preparations

We are finalising our Draft Budget 2024-25 to be considered at the 30 April Council Meeting before it's open to the public for feedback.

Advocating for our region’s needs

Seeking improvements to regional telecommunications infrastructure and coverage is one of seven critical priorities identified by Council.

Metung’s new bowling green here for the long run

Council joined Metung's bowling community on April 14 to celebrate the completion of the Metung Bowls Club’s green upgrade.

Maintenance works for Bastion Point groyne wall

East Gippsland Shire Council is working on a remediation project at Bastion Point boat ramp.

Service centre and library hours unchanged, expanded mobile service permanent

Council has made the expanded mobile library service permanent and will maintain library and customer service centre opening hours.

Have your say on Bairnsdale's future

The Bairnsdale 2050 initiative is inviting locals to join a co-design workshop on Saturday, April 20.

Foreshore Park and Krauatungalung Walk work starts

Council set to begin Lakes Entrance Foreshore Park developments and commencement of Krauatungalung Walk Stage-1 boardwalk.

Council completes Bullock Island rejuvenation

Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location.

Fiona Weigall new Council CEO

Council has appointed Fiona Weigall as its Chief Executive Officer.

East Gippsland Livestock Exchange commercial review

East Gippsland Shire Council will undertake a commercial review of the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange.

Small towns to benefit from business workshops

Small businesses in some of East Gippsland’s geographically isolated areas are the focus of Council’s upcoming digital skills workshops.

Chat with Council on REG FM

Tune in to "Chat with Council" - the community catch up on East Gippsland's local radio station REG-FM

Bairnsdale 2050 – Our Future

Did you know that 26,800 people will call Bairnsdale home in 2050? It is projected that Bairnsdale will be home to another 10,000 people.

Council starts groundwork for Bairnsdale Arts Precinct

An arts and culture precinct in Bairnsdale’s CBD is the focus of a feasibility plan recently completed by East Gippsland Shire Council.

Resilient telecommunications focus of Telstra talks

The ongoing collaborative work between East Gippsland Shire Council and Telstra continued this week, with a visit from CEO Vicki Brady.

Lindenow South footpaths project celebrated

Council joined Lindenow South community members on Thursday, March 7 to celebrate the completion of a $1 million footpaths project.

Orbost Show - a great community event

The Orbost Show, Sustainability and Landcare Expo was held on Labour Day, Monday, March 11, and Mayor Cr Tom Crook has praised event organis

Additional parking added in Nicholson Street

Council has committed to adding nine new parking spaces as part of ongoing efforts to enhance Bairnsdale's Nicholson Street Mall precinct

Omeo MTB Trails Project update - February

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project update – February 2024

February 26, 2024

Communities recognised for bushfire rebuild efforts

Volunteers and community leaders have been recognised in East Gippsland Shire Council’s fourth and final Bushfire Recovery Progress Report.

February 26, 2024

Storm response a collaborative effort, improvements flagged

As the clean-up from the 13 February storm event continues Cr Tom Crook has praised the collaborative effort of all involved.

February 22, 2024

Let’s clean up Australia!

Clean Up Australia Day will be held on Sunday 3 March and East Gippsland Shire Council is encouraging communities to roll up their sleeves.

February 21, 2024

Work on Paynesville's Slip Road Maritime Precinct to recommence

Construction of the Slip Road Maritime Precinct project in Paynesville is set to restart following a comprehensive design update.

February 12, 2024

Search has started for next CEO

The search for East Gippsland Shire Council’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has started.

February 6, 2024

Road safety a back-to-school essential

With the school year under way, East Gippsland Shire Council is calling on every road user to drive with care.

February 1, 2024

Advocacy begins for 2024

Council has begun its 2024 advocacy campaign just three weeks into the new year.

January 30, 2024

Eighteen new citizens officially call Australia home

East Gippsland’s newest citizens have been officially welcomed at an Australia Day citizenship ceremony held in Bairnsdale.

January 23, 2024

Council bids a fond farewell to CEO

Council bid farewell to Chief Executive Officer Anthony Basford and wished him success at a meeting of all staff on Tuesday, 16 January.

January 20, 2024

Australia Day winners announced

The 2024 East Gippsland Australia Day Awards were announced on Saturday 20 January at a community celebration at Eagle Point Foreshore Hub.

January 15, 2024

Australia Day Awards set to shine at Eagle Point

East Gippsland Shire Council’s Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, January 20 at the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub.

January 10, 2024

Rate cap pressure on Council services

Council has expressed its disappointment to the State Government following the recent announcement of a rate cap of 2.75 per cent.

January 9, 2024

ASBIG Business Growth Program 2023 successfully completed with recognition event

East Gippsland Shire Council celebrated the successful completion of the ASBIG Business Growth Program 2023 recently.

January 9, 2024

Eagle Point Foreshore Hub welcomes you

After years of planning, consultation and a weather delayed build, the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub is open and welcoming visitors.

January 8, 2024

Buchan community gathers for storm recovery meeting

East Gippsland Shire Council hosted a Boxing Day Storm recovery update meeting on Monday, January 8, for the Buchan community.

December 27, 2023

Buchan storm devastating

Mayor Cr Tom Crook said flash flooding in Buchan yesterday was devasting for the Buchan community and people holidaying in the area.

December 20, 2023

Changed beach conditions in Mallacoota

Storm events in early December have changed beach conditions in Mallacoota at the popular Bastion Point beach.

December 19, 2023

Interim service centres and library data released

Council has released interim data collected during the first nine months of the service centres and library 12-month trial.

December 19, 2023

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails. Project update – December 2023

What a month of weather it has been! The good news is XC5 and the almost 4km-long XC6 will be completed by Christmas.

December 19, 2023

A Christmas message from the Mayor of East Gippsland

On behalf of our Councillors and staff, I extend warm wishes for a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and a fruitful 2024.

December 19, 2023

Summer fun at Lakes Aquadome

Summer is already here at Lakes Entrance Aquadome.

December 18, 2023

Council adopts strategy on housing growth, affordability, diversity  

East Gippsland Shire Council has voted to adopt a Housing and Settlement Strategy, which establishes a land-use planning policy framework.

December 18, 2023

Council moves to ensure flood-hit roads remain open

Council has voted to temporarily suspend its Council Road Management Plan until March 30, 2024, to ensure that flood-hit roads remain open.

December 14, 2023

Agriculture committee welcomes new members

East Gippsland Shire Council’s Agriculture Sector Advisory Committee recently welcomed three new members

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