Feb 23, 2021 | Latest News
Today’s decision to permanently increase the Jobseeker base rate by $50 per fortnight is a fair approach to a notoriously difficult issue. Jobseeker was temporarily set at emergency levels to support people through the pandemic but the increase was not sustainable and...
Feb 22, 2021 | Latest News
Small and medium hotels across Gippsland can access support to lower their power bills and invest in their business. Local MP Darren Chester said hotels, motels and serviced apartment complexes with up to 99 rooms can access grants up to $25,000 for energy-saving...
Feb 19, 2021 | Latest News
Lakes Entrance will come alive this winter with the inaugural East Gippsland Winter Festival. Local MP Darren Chester secured a $35,745 grant to support the festival and highlight event Lakes Lights. “The East Gippsland Winter Festival will celebrate our region and...
Feb 19, 2021 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester attended the launch of the Youth Insearch End Suicide campaign this week at Parliament House. Mr Chester said Youth Insearch was the only Australian organisation dedicated to helping young people face trauma through peer...
Feb 19, 2021 | Latest News
More Local Drug Action Teams are set to rollout across Australia as the Federal Government continues to take action to combat the scourge of ice, alcohol and other drugs. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said applications were now open for registration of...
