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March 18, 2024
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.
March 18, 2024
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.
March 13, 2024
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.
March 12, 2024
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.
March 12, 2024
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
March 4, 2024
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
March 1, 2024
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
December 11, 2023
Gippsland teachers collaborate on sustainability education
Gippsland teachers recently came together at Nakunbalook Environmental and Cultural Education Centre in Sale to discuss sustainability.
December 6, 2023
CEO Anthony Basford resigns
Anthony Basford has resigned from his position as Chief Executive Officer.
December 5, 2023
Promoting Sustainable Festivities
East Gippsland Shire Council encourages everyone to aim for a waste-free festive season.
December 4, 2023
Timber commitments should be honoured
Council is calling on the Victorian Government to honour its commitment to establish a native seedling nursery in East Gippsland.
November 29, 2023
Community Recovery Committees recognised at Orbost ceremony
The hard-working volunteers of East Gippsland’s Community Recovery Committees (CRCs) were recognised at a get-together in Orbost.
November 28, 2023
Bairnsdale Outdoor Pool Update
Preparations for the Bairnsdale Outdoor Pool season are underway.
November 28, 2023
Orbost Airport's triumph at AAA National Industry Awards 2023
The Orbost Airport has secured the National Small Regional Aerodrome of the Year title.
November 24, 2023
Volunteers recognised for bushfire-recovery work
Volunteers of East Gippsland’s Community Recovery Committees were recognised at a get-together in Orbost on Friday, November 10.
November 22, 2023
Nominations now open for East Gippsland Australia Day Awards 2024
There is still time to nominate a stand-out community member or event for the 2024 East Gippsland Australia Day Awards.
November 17, 2023
Applications now open for East Gippsland Youth Ambassadors
Our Youth Ambassadors program is currently accepting applications from individuals aged 12-25 years.
November 17, 2023
Shaving Point boat ramp revamp
Shaving Point Boat Ramp at Metung has proved popular since it re-opened.
November 16, 2023
Omeo MTB Trails Project offers twice the fun for Christmas
The Omeo Mountain Bike Trails project is set to double in size by December, giving riders a chance to tackle tough climbs and fun descents.
November 15, 2023
Council slams state government planning rule change
Council critical of recent decision of the Victorian Government to change the planning rules for major developments
November 15, 2023
Omeo Holiday Park lease awarded
Council is pleased to announce that it has appointed leaseholders for the operation and maintenance of Omeo Holiday Park.
November 14, 2023
BINS4Blokes rolled out at six locations
We have installed seven disposal bins for incontinence products in six of our most used male toilet blocks.
November 3, 2023
Youth Art Prize winners announced
The East Gippsland Youth Art Prize recognised the talents of young artists in the region.
November 3, 2023
Council-led group driving improved road safety
The East Gippsland Local Community Road Safety Group is working to save lives and reduce road trauma.
November 3, 2023
Mallacoota Storytime draws a bumper crowd
Mallacoota Service Centre's recently resumed Storytime sessions have attracted big numbers.
November 1, 2023
Container Recycling Scheme starts
Council is looking forward to the launch of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme, which begins today (Wednesday 1 November).
November 1, 2023
Orbost Outdoor Pool class offerings and special deals
Orbost Outdoor Pool opens today (Wednesday 1 November), with a splashing line-up of exciting offerings for you.
October 31, 2023
Reviving Cann River: Projects for growth
Council is undertaking several projects to revitalise Cann River, boosting community recovery and resilience.
October 30, 2023
Marveloo supports accessibility
The Marveloo accessible toilet was temporarily relocated to the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix in mid-October.
October 27, 2023
Cr Tom Crook elected Mayor, Cr Jane Greacen Deputy Mayor
Cr Tom Crook of Eagle Point has been elected Mayor of East Gippsland Shire Council at a Statutory Meeting held on Thursday, October 26.
October 24, 2023
Council recognises staff service to community
East Gippsland Council celebrated its Annual All Staff Event on Wednesday, 18 October at the Riviera Christian Centre in Bairnsdale.
October 12, 2023
Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project update – September/October 2023
Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project update – September/October 2023
October 5, 2023
Free Seniors Festival concert - Swinging Sixties
East Gippsland seniors are invited to celebrate Seniors Festival with What the World Needs Now concert featuring singer Melissa Langton.
October 2, 2023
Mining for clarity: Council takes initiative on extractive projects
Responding to growing interest in extractive industry projects, Council has set out its expectations about resource-extraction projects.
September 27, 2023
New website for Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park
Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park launches a new website.
September 27, 2023
You can help shape Bairnsdale’s future
Help shape the future of Bairnsdale to 20250 and beyond.
September 19, 2023
East Gippsland Gymnastics expansion success
East Gippsland Gymnastics expansion success. East Gippsland Gymnastics Centre officially opened on Saturday 9 September.
September 19, 2023
Nine new citizens officially call Australia home.
East Gippsland Shire Council’s newest citizens were officially welcomed at a citizenship ceremony held on Sunday, September 17.
September 5, 2023
Bairnsdale Senior Citizens’ Club - statement
The 30 August 2023 edition of the Bairnsdale Advertiser contained an article about the Bairnsdale Senior Citizens.
August 24, 2023
End of an era for Sheene Ride
The Australian Grand Prix Corporation that it has ended the Barry Sheene Tribute Ride, effective from 2023.
August 23, 2023
Council acts on public toilet concerns at Kmart Bairnsdale
Community concerns raised about the lack of public toilets in the new Kmart Bairnsdale store are being investigated by Council.
August 17, 2023
Council turns soil on stage 2 of Jemmy’s Point project
Council has started planned work at the Jemmy’s Point Lookout site in Lakes Entrance.
August 14, 2023
Jobs expo heading to Bairnsdale
Council is calling on job seekers, employers and professionals seeking fresh prospects to mark their calendars for the Gippsland Jobs Expo.
August 7, 2023
Omeo Mountain Bike Trails project update - July 2023
July update for the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails Project.
August 4, 2023
Rural Aid praised for help on flood-hit farms
A team of volunteers with country-based charity Rural Aid has been praised for their work to support farmers near Orbost.
August 3, 2023
Statement on Library and Service Centres trial
ABC Gippsland's Breakfast program on 3 August incorrectly told listeners Council had not responded to ABC's enquiry.
July 30, 2023
WORLD Sport Precinct, Bairnsdale project update
The WORLD Sporting Precinct project is ongoing and involves contract ‘bundles’. Some parts are complete, and others are in planning stage.
July 28, 2023
Lakes Entrance celebrated at Victoria's Top Tourism Town Award
Lakes Entrance was celebrated as a finalist at the prestigious 2023 TAC Victorian Top Tourism Town Award on Wednesday, July 26.
July 27, 2023
Council approves land-use strategy to protect farms, rural areas
Council has voted to adopt a Rural Land Use Strategy at its Council Meeting held on Tuesday 25 July 2023.
July 21, 2023
East Gippsland welcomes newest Australian citizens
East Gippsland welcomed 17 new Australian citizens at a citizenship ceremony in Bairnsdale on Thursday afternoon.
July 20, 2023
East Gippsland Youth Art Prize open now
Entries are now open for the 2023 East Gippsland Youth Art Prize - open to people aged 12-25 years living, working or studying in the shire.
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