Tuesday, 19 March 2024
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Cann River projects continuing

Cann River projects continuing

East Gippsland Shire Council is undertaking several projects to revitalise Cann River, boosting community recovery and resilience.  These endeavours will replace outdated infrastructure to create new, safer and visitor-friendly facilities with economic growth and social benefits. Mayor, Cr Tom Crook, said council is working on projects that will benefit locals and visitors alike. "It's...
Local initiative changing rural healthcare

Local initiative changing rural healthcare

A group of Victorian communities are working together to pioneer a new, community-driven approach to delivering healthcare in remote areas.  The project represents an innovative and collaborative effort to overcome rural healthcare challenges and foster community wellbeing. The community-led initiative was officially launched on October 11 in Goongerah and Bonang, and was attended by local...
A weekend for young and old

A weekend for young and old

Orbost was abuzz over the weekend with three events keeping residents and visitors  busy. The Orbost Pre-School Art Show and Fete was a huge success, with live music, face painting, raffles and food stalls keeping everyone entertained. The Country Women's Association (CWA) Orbost branch held a Festival of Gardens, showcasing Bev Cameron's "Fantasy" garden, Graham and Cherie Young's "Farm"...
Seed grant for Orbost

Seed grant for Orbost

The State Government is backing local jobs and investment in Orbost’s growth sector of agriculture through the native timber transition. Minister for Agriculture, Ros Spence, announced a $115,000 Community Development Fund grant for a National Seeds Institute  feasibility study in Orbost, to leverage the district’s long history and proven expertise in seed testing, breeding and storage. The...
Celebrating 137 years

Celebrating 137 years

Orbost Primary School is celebrating its history this Saturday, inviting past and present students, staff and interested community members to visit between 9am and 12pm. Memories from across the decades will be the focus of many discussions and catch-ups. Education has been delivered for 137 years and has seen generations of families taught at the current location of Orbost Primary School across...
Forest Park upgrade a step closer

Forest Park upgrade a step closer

East Gippsland Shire councillors have voted unanimously to move forward with the upgrade of Forest Park. The decision to accept a tender from Bairnsdale business, Whelans Group Investments, was made at the September 26 council meeting, for the amount of $1,476,064. Council's general manager assets and environment, Fiona Weigall, said the upgrade would bring many benefits to the Orbost...

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