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NEW COLLABORATIONS FOR GIPPSLAND’S FOOD AND FIBRE SECTOR

Gippsland’s food and fibre industry is set to continue its growth and market presence, following the amalgamation of East Gippsland Food Cluster and Agribusiness Gippsland into Food & Fibre Gippsland Incorporated.

LIGHTING UP SPORT ACROSS THE LATROBE VALLEY

The Andrews Labor Government is lighting the way for community sport in the Latrobe Valley thanks to the installation of 300 new lux LED lights in Newborough and Traralgon.

HONOURING EASTERN VICTORIA’S INSPIRING SENIORS

Eastern Victoria locals are being encouraged to recognise the contributions made to our community by seniors and organisations by nominating people for the Victorian Senior of the Year Awards.

SCULPTURE RISES FROM BUSHFIRE DEVASTATION

Gippsland residents have created a powerful symbol of their resilience through a sculpture made from scrap metal recovered from the ashes of the 2009 Victorian bushfires. 

THE WORK CONTINUES TO UPGRADE LOCAL SCHOOLS 

Students in Mount Evelyn will soon have access to the first-rate classrooms and facilities they deserve, with work underway to upgrade the Yarra Ranges Special Development School.

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON THE LATROBE CREATIVE PRECINCT

Early works construction has begun on the $35 million Latrobe Creative Precinct project which will elevate the Latrobe Valley as a regional centre for performing arts and creative education.

GIPPSLAND LINE PASSENGERS URGED TO PLAN AHEAD DURING APRIL

Construction teams will work around the clock to upgrade metropolitan lines shared by Gippsland trains between 6 and 23 April, as part of the state-wide Autumn transport construction blitz, with free travel to be offered during the entire period.

MORE REHAB BEDS FOR YOUNG VICTORIANS

There will be more support for young regional Victorians suffering from problematic alcohol and drug use, thanks to a new youth residential rehab facility in Traralgon.

DELIVERING FOR COUNTRY FOOTBALL AND NETBALL CLUBS

The Andrews Labor Government is giving growing footy and netball clubs in regional Victoria another chance to upgrade grounds, courts and pavilions and welcome even more budding sporting stars than ever before. 

NEW CAMPAIGN SHOWS GIPPSLAND IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS

A new tourism campaign will encourage visitors to choose Gippsland for their next day trip, overnight visit or longer stay, as the community continues to manage ongoing fires and the recovery effort.

BOOSTING SAFETY FOR DRIVERS ENTERING GARFIELD

Garfield residents and visitors will have a safer drive into town, with the Andrews Labor Government set to start work on upgrades at the town’s main road entrances.

FIRST STEPS FOR VICTORIA’S FREE BABY BUNDLE

Free Baby Bundles for first-time parents being delivered by the Andrews Labor Government are a step closer - and Victorians are being urged to nominate their favourite children’s books.

KICKING GOALS AT NEERIM WITH UPGRADED OVAL

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting the Neerim Cats to have their best season yet, with a major upgrade to the oval at Neerim South Recreation Reserve.

NILMA DARNUM BOMBERS SCORE NEW CHANGEROOMS

The growing female ranks of the Nilma Darnum Bombers can say goodbye to change rooms that are not fit for purpose, with the Andrews Labor Government supporting the construction of female friendly facilities at the club.