Nov 21, 2019 | Latest News, Protecting Local Jobs, Putting Locals First
Representatives from Gippsland’s native timber industry have agreed to fight for the future of the industry and are calling for an urgent meeting with the State Premier following a meeting in Bairnsdale today with local, state and federal government representatives....
Nov 18, 2019 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News, Putting Locals First
Drought-affected communities in Gippsland now have a chance to bid for a share of $200 million from the Federal Government to support infrastructure projects and community-building initiatives. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said round four of the...
Apr 12, 2019 | Latest News, Putting Locals First
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester in his role as Minister for Defence Personnel this week presented a unit citation to local veteran, John Kenihan. Mr Kenihan, who lives in the Sale area, received the citation for gallantry for the Battles of Fire Support...
Apr 1, 2019 | Latest News, Putting Locals First
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed Federal Government funding for a playgroup in Bairnsdale for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Minister for Families and Social Services Paul Fletcher has announced more than $1.125 million in funding for...
Mar 15, 2019 | Latest News, Putting Locals First
Cann River Community Centre is providing video conferencing services for the local community after receiving a grant from the Federal Government’s #lovegippsland Stronger Communities Program to purchase audio visual equipment. Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said...
Jan 18, 2019 | Latest News, Putting Locals First
Club members at Surf Life Saving Lakes Entrance will be SunSmart as well as safe in the water, thanks to a donation by Federal MP Darren Chester. Mr Chester has provided the club with broad-brimmed hats again this summer to support the junior lifesaving program. “It’s...