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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Animal welfare our priority, cat traps withdrawn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

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.

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.

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

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.

Visitors bounce back to East Gippsland

Newly released visitor data tells a positive story for East Gippsland

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.

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.

Council meeting outcomes 30 April 2024

Council meeting on Tuesday 30 April - outcomes

Cann River fire

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

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.

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.

Foreshore Park and Krauatungalung Walk work starts

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

Have your say on Bairnsdale's future

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

Fiona Weigall new Council CEO

Council has appointed Fiona Weigall as its Chief Executive Officer.

Council completes Bullock Island rejuvenation

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

East Gippsland Livestock Exchange commercial review

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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 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 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.

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