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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 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

August 21, 2024

Council executive focussed on delivering for community

The final piece of our new executive leadership team is now in place with the appointment of a well credentialed local.

August 20, 2024

Purrfect ending: Lakes Entrance cat reunited with owners

A treasured cat has been reunited with its owner, thanks to the efforts of East Gippsland Shire Council staff.

August 12, 2024

Planning review set to reduce red tape

Changes to the East Gippsland Planning Scheme approved

August 12, 2024

Bairnsdale Jobs Expo connects jobseekers with employers

Job seekers looking for roles in East Gippsland will be able to learn

Bastion Point maintenance works contract awarded

We will undertake major maintenance works on the groyne at the Bastion Point boat ramp, Mallacoota.

Animal welfare our priority, cat traps withdrawn

Our free cat trapping cages service is temporarily unavailable.

Social and affordable housing

Over the past two years East Gippsland Shire Council has heard much from the community about the increase in homelessness.

Council meeting outcomes – Tuesday 6 August

At the Council meeting on Tuesday 6 August, Council made the following decisions:

Changes to livestock sale dates

East Gippsland Livestock Exchange has new sale dates.

Saleyards operations under review, sale not on table

A draft report from the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange commercial review will be presented to Council in the next few weeks.

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project update – July 2024

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project update – July 2024

Collaboration key to Slipway success

Wet weather could not dampen the spirits of the crowd that gathered in Lakes Entrance on Wednesday 17 July for the official opening

Council meeting outcomes - Tuesday 16 July

At the Council Meeting on Tuesday 16 July, Council made decisions covering planning, marinas and financial hardship.

Net gains: Omeo celebrates court upgrades

The Omeo community celebrated the launch of the alpine town’s newly upgraded netball and tennis courts on Saturday 13 July.

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.

Major transformation for key Lakes Entrance street

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

Responsible Council budget delivers for community

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

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 25 June

Council Meeting outcomes - Tuesday 25 June

Warm up with winter holidays library program

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

Working together to create safer streets

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

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