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January 15, 2021

Council grants program now open

Community groups and organisations across East Gippsland are being encouraged to apply for the Community Grants Program Round Two...

January 8, 2021

East Gippsland is open for business

We have enjoyed a great summer so far and we expect that to continue.

December 24, 2020

Council working on water project for future jobs growth

Council is facilitating an upgrade of the South Bairnsdale Industrial Estate’s water supply to meet higher firefighting standards......

December 22, 2020

Omeo ‘pumped’ about new track opening

It was a case of Christmas coming early for the Omeo community on December 19, with the opening of new Omeo Pump Track and Skills Park.

December 16, 2020

Wairewa Waste Transfer Station to be reinstated

The Wairewa Waste Transfer Station will be reinstated by East Gippsland Shire Council and be operational by late February 2021.

December 15, 2020

Christmas message from the Mayor

A Christmas 2020 message from the Mayor.

December 11, 2020

East Gippsland joins pilot disability parking scheme

East Gippsland Shire Council is one of eight councils piloting a new Accessible Parking Permit (APP) Scheme and online system.

December 8, 2020

Another layer of history for Bairnsdale Cenotaph

A new time capsule was placed in the Bairnsdale Cenotaph on Monday, 7 December 2020.

December 7, 2020

Have your say on forming the new Council Plan

Council wants to understand and reflect the aspirations of our community, investors, service providers and visitors.....

December 3, 2020

Reminder - community input invited for Paynesville projects

Council is reminding community members officers will be in Paynesville this Friday and Saturday

December 3, 2020

Council formally opposes mineral sands project

At the first Ordinary Council Meeting of its term, East Gippsland Shire Council unanimously opposed the proposal for the Fingerboards Minera

December 1, 2020

Second round of roadside slashing has started

Council has moved to a second round of roadside slashing in preparation for the summer season, in response to continued grass growth.

December 1, 2020

How to ‘Beat the Bite’ this summer

Council monitors and applies treatment to some mosquito breeding grounds, however the sources are wide across the Gippsland Lakes...

December 1, 2020

Jemmy’s Point stage 2 Lookout Road site progress

Jemmy's Point Lookout Stage 2 community engagement online survey results are in.

November 19, 2020

December is time to ‘Detox Your Home’

Take advantage of the free ‘Detox Your Home’ on Sunday, December 6.

November 17, 2020

Cr Mendy Urie elected East Gippsland Shire Council Mayor

Cr Mendy Urie of Eagle Point was elected Mayor and Cr Mark Reeves was elected Deputy Mayor for 2020-21.

November 16, 2020

Ag industry asset almost finished

Construction of the new pens at the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange is almost complete.

November 10, 2020

Council election results declared

The East Gippsland Shire Council election was declared in the Council Chamber by the Victorian Electoral Commission on 9 November 2020.

November 10, 2020

Prepare your property now

With the next fire season just around the corner, it’s now time to prepare your home and property.

November 9, 2020

Time capsule remains in cenotaph

The restoration works on the Bairnsdale Cenotaph are well underway. The project includes replacement of much of the sandstone masonry.....

November 5, 2020

Saleyard scales measure up

The East Gippsland Livestock Exchange team continues to demonstrate with the results of their latest scale calibration...

November 4, 2020

Australia Day Awards 2021: nominate a top local Aussie!

Do you know an amazing Aussie who deserves recognition, someone who gives so much for our community?

November 4, 2020

Are you interested in joining the Audit and Risk Committee?

Are you interested in joining East Gippsland Shire Council Council’s Audit and Risk Committee?

November 2, 2020

Roadside slashing program progressing

East Gippsland Shire Council’s contractors are progressing with the annual roadside slashing program ahead of summer.

October 30, 2020

Interim Fingerboards EES submission

East Gippsland Shire Council has made an interim submission to the Fingerboards Project Environmental Effects Statement to the Minister...

October 29, 2020

It’s on! Victorian Youth Week

Young people across East Gippsland are being supported to stay connected and showcase their creativity with Victorian Youth Week...

October 12, 2020

Proposed drone flight – Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park

You may see a drone flying in the Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park during the next two weeks.

October 7, 2020

Bonang Road funding great news

The budget announcement by the Federal Government yesterday to fund the entirety of the project to seal the final 12 kilometres...

September 22, 2020

Dining experience takes on a new look

Reimagining outdoor dining spaces will provide an opportunity for hospitality businesses to reopen and continue to trade safely...

September 18, 2020

Your rates are based on property valuations

Council, in recognition of the financial impact of the 2019/20 bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, adopted a zero...

September 18, 2020

Can you support local recovery and planning?

That’s the question being asked of Orbost and district residents as an Expression of Interest process is launched to...

September 14, 2020

Council releases draft governance rules for comment

East Gippsland Shire Council is looking for feedback from the community into the development of rules for conducting Council meetings.

September 14, 2020

Apply now for local jobs blitz

Locals are being encouraged to apply for 60 new jobs at East Gippsland Shire Council under the Victorian Government’s...

September 11, 2020

Budget to give economy a boost

East Gippsland Shire Council is investing more than $64 million in capital works in 2020/21 to drive the economy...

September 9, 2020

East Gippsland Fires Recovery Plan released

The East Gippsland Fires Recovery Plan 2019-20 has today been released by East Gippsland Shire Council.

September 7, 2020

Lucknow changeroom upgrade kicks off

The next piece in the upgrade of player and spectator facilities at Lucknow Recreation Reserve is about to be put in place.

August 28, 2020

Cenotaph conservation works underway

Conservation works are now underway on the Bairnsdale Cenotaph, led by East Gippsland Shire Council in consultation with the Bairnsdale RSL

August 20, 2020

Nominations open for new agriculture advisory committee

East Gippsland farmers and farm businesses have a breadth of knowledge that often can go untapped … until now.

August 17, 2020

What’s your view on Jemmy’s Point stage two?

It’s time to have your say on the design concepts and development of the Jemmy’s Point Lookout experience off Lookout Road, Lakes Entrance.

August 17, 2020

Louise and Bob’s 29 years of community service

Louise and Bob Plowman are retiring from the Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre after a combined 29 years of...

August 12, 2020

Refreshed master plan to guide Bullock Island development

Current and future planned works, and more detailed planning around some of the public areas of one of Lakes Entrance’s most recognisable...

Pump and skills track nearing

East Gippsland Shire Council recently awarded the contract for the design and construction of the Omeo Mountain Bike Pump and Skills Track

Bairnsdale is blooming beautiful

Bright and cheery pansies and violas adorn Main Street in Bairnsdale thanks to some well-planned plantings with seasonal varieties...

Second stage of seawall on schedule

The second stage of the Lakes Entrance seawall replacement and enhancement project between Carpenter and Myer streets remains on schedule.

Citizenship ceremonies with a difference

East Gippsland’s newest citizens had a different Citizenship Ceremony than previous participants, with social distancing requirements...

Dog off-leash areas trial extended across shire

East Gippsland dog owners will be delighted to see the extension of the off-leash dog trial until July 2021.

Environment and sustainability scorecards are in

The report card for East Gippsland Shire Council’s 2018-19 environment and sustainability projects and programs are in.

Bushfire planning applications a priority

Bushfire planning applications are, and will remain, a priority for East Gippsland Shire Council...

New gymnastics centre for East Gippsland

The East Gippsland Gymnastics Centre will be vaulted into a new location with the Victorian Government’s announcement of $800,000 in funding

Thermometers available for East Gippsland accommodation operators

The Victorian Government is providing thermometers to accommodation operators to enable on-site temperature testing...

Coastal infrastructure rebuild continues

Coastal infrastructure that enhances the visitor experience and provides vantage points to enjoy the breathtaking views of Mallacoota...

Council puts Omeo’s wheels in motion

Omeo has taken another step, or should we say pedal stroke, towards adding mountain biking to its adventure tourism arsenal.

Stoked skaters hanging out for new skate bowl

Skaters in East Gippsland will be thrilled to see the skate park redevelopment at Davison Oval begin on June 1.

Draft Budget proposes no rates or municipal charge increase

Council is calling for public feedback on its Draft Budget 2020/21, which proposes no increase in rates or municipal charge on the current..

Sheep pen renewal project nearing completion

The sheep pen renewal project at the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange is nearing completion with the installation of the new roof...

Draft Budget an economy builder

Council is investing more than $58 million in capital works in 2020/21 to drive the economy, support bushfire and pandemic recovery...

Staff embrace new challenges

Council has been thinking ‘outside the box’ as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and it’s benefitted both staff and the community.

Remote waste contracts awarded

East Gippsland Shire Council awarded two-year contracts for remote trailer waste services at its 2 June meeting.

Customer survey starts

Council will be conducting its annual Community Satisfaction Survey in June and July 2020.

Volunteer Stuart calls it a day

Long-standing Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre volunteer, Stuart McIvor has decided to call it a day and give up his much-loved...

WORLD Sporting Precinct scores a goal

The East Gippsland sporting community scored a goal today, with the announcement of $5.3 million in funding for the planned WORLD Sporting..

Ageing Timbarra Road Bridge replaced

The replacement of Timbarra Road Bridge number 1 has given certainty of access to people who live and work in the Buchan area.

Mayor thanks volunteers

Mayor Cr John White is using National Volunteer Week, May 18 to 24, to reflect on the important role volunteers have played in the region...

Council advocates on drought, bushfire, coronavirus

Actions relating to drought and the economic recovery of the region following this summer’s bushfires were endorsed by East Gippsland Shire.

Mallacoota boardwalk rebuilt

A popular walking track in Mallacoota has been reconstructed as East Gippsland Shire Council continues rebuilding assets...

Council endorses ferry service levels

Raymond Island residents have certainty over the Raymond Island Ferry service...

Design contract awarded for Eagle Point foreshore

A vibrant new foreshore precinct for Eagle Point is a step closer after a contract to design the area’s redevelopment...

Farmers get 10 seats at the table

Local farmers will have direct and ongoing input into shaping the programs and developing East Gippsland agriculture...

Council support package responds to COVID-19 impact

Businesses and community members will benefit from East Gippsland Shire Council’s decision to waive, refund or reduce a number of fees...

Community grants awarded

The latest round of East Gippsland Shire Council’s Community Project Grants will see 12 organisations share in almost $40,000.

Keep the spotlight on East Gippsland

Opinion piece – Cr John White, East Gippsland Shire Council Mayor.

Cann River bulks up on solar

Cann Valley Bush Nursing is bulking up its solar energy capture.

Electoral review keeps East Gippsland Shire unsubdivided

Following the Victorian Electoral Commission’s (VEC) Electoral Representation Review, wards will not be introduced in East Gippsland Shire.

Smoother process for temporary storage

Council’s process for allowing bushfire affected residents to meet their short-term storage needs was formalised at this week’s...

Council supporting staff and community in pandemic

East Gippsland Shire Council has worked proactively to support its staff and the community since pandemic restrictions were implemented.

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