Aug 16, 2022 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging the new Labor Government to support funding for two bushfire recovery projects in East Gippsland. Mr Chester has raised his concerns in writing to the Prime Minister and relevant Ministers as well as speaking in...
Aug 16, 2022 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says more infrastructure projects are needed in Lakes Entrance as part of a multi-million dollar transformation of the town. Speaking at the LEADA community meeting, Mr Chester said he was excited about the future of Lakes...
Aug 11, 2022 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
The new Bullock Island bridge and associated works are starting to take shape, according to local MP Darren Chester (pictured). Mr Chester said the project would provide a critical link between the island’s commercial fishing, education precinct, Gippsland Ports,...
Jul 18, 2022 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
The redevelopment of the WORLD centre sporting precinct is progressing well according to local MP Darren Chester (pictured). Mr Chester said the old netball courts and pavilion had been removed so new construction could take place. “I secured $5 million for this...
Jul 14, 2022 | Latest News, Working With Farmers, Working with Primary Producers
The outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Indonesia demands further action to protect Australia’s livestock industry, according to local MP Darren Chester. The Federal Member for Gippsland has written to the Agriculture Minister Murray Watt backing industry...
Jul 8, 2022 | #myvalley, Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
An upgraded bridge at the Traralgon Railway Reservoir Conservation Reserve will improve user safety and accessibility while walking around the lake. Federal MP Darren Chester said the new Middle Bridge had been installed and works were now complete. “The Traralgon...