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Step into Council opportunities with VendorPanel

Starting in December, East Gippsland Shire Council will transition to a new procurement system, VendorPanel.

Community Matters 19 September edition now available

The latest edition of our Community Matters newsletter is now available.

East Gippsland marks Australian Citizenship Day

We proudly welcomed 24 new Australians at a citizenship ceremony at St Mary’s Parish in Bairnsdale on Wednesday 17 September.

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails - project update

The entire Omeo MTB Park is nearly complete and it’s already offering some epic flow in time for the school holidays.

2025/26 Valuation and Rate Notices now issued

East Gippsland Shire Council has issued the 2025/26 Valuation and Rate Notices. If you do not receive your notice by 9 September, contact us

We're cracking down on dog attacks

East Gippsland is experiencing a concerning rise in dog attacks, with more than 13 reports since the beginning of July.

Step into Council opportunities with VendorPanel

Starting in December, East Gippsland Shire Council will transition to a new procurement system, VendorPanel.

Community Matters 19 September edition now available

The latest edition of our Community Matters newsletter is now available.

East Gippsland marks Australian Citizenship Day

We proudly welcomed 24 new Australians at a citizenship ceremony at St Mary’s Parish in Bairnsdale on Wednesday 17 September.

Omeo Mountain Bike Trails - project update

The entire Omeo MTB Park is nearly complete and it’s already offering some epic flow in time for the school holidays.

2025/26 Valuation and Rate Notices now issued

East Gippsland Shire Council has issued the 2025/26 Valuation and Rate Notices. If you do not receive your notice by 9 September, contact us

We're cracking down on dog attacks

East Gippsland is experiencing a concerning rise in dog attacks, with more than 13 reports since the beginning of July.

Have Your Say

Find information about Council projects and strategies, and give us feedback as part of our consultation process.

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Benambra - public toilet facility at Dejarlais Park

Public toilets are a vital part of creating inclusive, accessible, and welcoming public spaces for everyone in our community.

Harry Clues Memorial Reserve community playspace - Johnsonville

Have your say on Johnsonville's Harry Clues Memorial Reserve community playspace. Feedback closes midday Tuesday 30 September, 2025.

East Gippsland - Open Space Strategy

Help us shape our shire’s parks and open spaces as part of a review of our Open Spaces Policy. Feedback closes 1 October 2025.

News and Notices

Browse current Council News and Notices.

Fresh perspectives for Agricultural Sector Advisory Committee 

Help shape the future of East Gippsland’s open spaces

Raymond Island ferry pass system set for simpler, fairer rules

Council backs Bairnsdale Airport runway extension

East Gippsland marks Australian Citizenship Day

Ferry pass changes proposed

Detox Your Home – East Gippsland event

Proposed lease of Council-owned land at 345 Bengworden Road, Bairnsdale

Licence of land - 4 Merrangbaur Street Lakes Entrance

Raymond Island Ferry Pass update

Raymond Island Ferry maintenance – 2025 dates confirmed

Proposed licence over Council-managed Crown land adjoining 8 Bradley Court, Nicholson

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