East Gippsland Shire Council has voted to increase assistance to community members who are facing financial difficulties.At the August 27 council meeting, councillors unanimously adopted an updated Hardship Policy, which...
In a unique twist to its usual routine, the Orbost and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry held its August meeting at the Orbost Fire Station. The gathering provided attendees...
Citizens are being encouraged to take a stand against the growing menace of scams.While anyone can fall victim to a scam, sharing personal stories has proven to be an effective...
Victorians can prepare for next winter by collecting free firewood for personal use from state forest collection areas from September 1 until November 30. Domestic firewood in state forests is...
The Marlo Angling Club came alive with laughter, music, and heartfelt camaraderie as the "Girls Night Out" fundraiser, hosted by Orbost local Donna Donchi, brought together women from across the...
Every gallery now and again needs an unusual exhibition and The Joy of Stilettos is it for Lemon Hill Gallery this year. "Stiletto shoes are dramatic, they have a whole...
In modern society many men are at a loss as to how to behave, they are ambivalent about their identity and roles in society and are overly influenced by the...
A recent visit to the vet illustrated that many people can't talk dog. A large breed dog left the consult room (let's call it Fred) and appeared to be happy...
The Dyson Group of Companies, incorporating the legendary Cobb & Co brand, is pleased to announce the launch of the next round of the Dysons Community Grants.The program, now in...
Future agricultural workers will benefit from a $2 million investment by the State Government to support projects that embed Aboriginal traditional knowledge and practices into accredited agriculture TAFE training.The government's...
Community sector agencies and community groups across Victoria are seeking to fold 60,000 origami houses to highlight the scale of Victoria's homelessness crisis. The 60,000 houses represents the number of...
Federation University Australia researchers are working with the Gippsland Regional Partnership on a program aiming to attract more migrant workers to help address the region's chronic workforce skills gaps.The university's...
Changes to the East Gippsland Planning Scheme approved by the Victorian Government and backed by East Gippsland Shire Council will reduce red tape for thousands of property owners across East...
After the resounding success of the Farm Succession Expo in Bruthen and Omeo last year, the highly anticipated 'Family, Farm, Finance, Future' Succession Planning Expo is coming to Orbost Golf...
Candidates ready to stand in the upcoming East Gippsland Shire Council postal election are urged to use the Victorian Electoral Commission's (VEC's) newly refreshed Candidate Helper to get their applications...
Orbost Community College student, Jasmine Westaway spent the June-July school holidays undertaking a life-changing pilgrimage, following the footsteps of soldiers...
