Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he’s worried a multi-million project to strengthen bridges on a major transport route has been abandoned by the Labor Party. Mr Chester secured $6.2 million from the previous Federal Government for the bridge work on...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester and East Gippsland Shire Councillor Arthur Allen are happy with the progress on the Bullock Island redevelopment. After an extensive community campaign, all levels of government have provided funding for the work which has...
The failure to deliver a $10 million safety upgrade on the Mallacoota-Genoa Rd is having a direct impact on insurance costs for local residents, according to Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester. Mr Chester has repeatedly urged the Federal Minister for...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is appealing for the State and Federal Governments to work together and fund a dredging program in Loch Sport for the safety of the boating community. Mr Chester inspected the public jetty near the marina this week and said...
Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (pictured) says work on the $500,000 Eastwood playground is progressing well, thanks to a funding partnership between East Gippsland Shire and the previous Federal Government. The project includes $300,000 funding from the Local...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed a jobs guarantee provided to Latrobe Valley based Australian Securities Investment Commission (ASIC) business registry staff. Following concerns about the future for business registry staff currently employed at...
Students at St Brendan’s Primary School in Lakes Entrance dressed as superheroes to represent their leadership ability and to stand up and prevent bullying whenever it occurs. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester met with the senior classes and talked about...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is backing a new festival with a difference. Mr Chester says the Gippsland Beer Fest at Tinamba Hotel on November 26 is an opportunity to showcase the expanding local brewing sector. “Gippsland Beer Fest is the first...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has accused the Albanese Government of abandoning local sporting and community groups with its failure to provide ongoing funding for the Stronger Communities Program (SCP). Speaking in Federal Parliament, Mr Chester said...
Construction works to upgrade cottages and develop new all-abilities accessible units in Mallacoota are well advanced thanks to a partnership between the local health service and Federal MP Darren Chester (pictured). Mr Chester supported Mallacoota District Health and...
The $1.3 million redevelopment of the Old Slipway in Lakes Entrance is nearing completion with Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester taking a ‘sneak peak’ at the much anticipated works. Mr Chester (pictured) secured $962,000 from the previous Federal Government...
The Mallacoota-Genoa Rd is continuing to fall apart while the community waits on the Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Catherine King to deliver a promised $10 million upgrade. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester drove to Mallacoota this week...
The decision to exclude State Government decisions from a Federal Government inquiry into the management of the coronavirus pandemic has been slammed by local MP Darren Chester. The Federal Member for Gippsland said it was ‘pointless to hold an inquiry if it didn’t...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says the removal of roadside signs advertising upcoming safety works is an indication that motorists will be waiting longer for much-needed improvements across the region. Mr Chester said advertising signs had been taken...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester this week announced Longford Primary School and Mallacoota and District Historical Society would receive grants under the Saluting Their Service (STS) program. The STS program is available to organisations for commemorative...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has accused the Federal Government of ignoring increased road trauma risks as it delays the release of the 90-day Strategic Review of the Infrastructure Investment Program. Mr Chester has repeatedly raised his concerns in...
Two patriotic Orbost residents were given a surprise National Flag Day gift with new Australian flags to fly from the front yards of their homes. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester paid a personal visit to the homes of 98-year-old Bob Trewin and 92-year-old...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is supporting a multi-million dollar bid to redevelop facilities at Bairnsdale Neighbourhood House. Mr Chester met this week with CEO Leanne Jennings and her team of volunteers who provide a wide range of services for...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is encouraging Gippslanders to enter their best photographs in the 2024 #lovegippsland calendar competition. Mr Chester said the competition is now open and the winning photos will be featured in the annual calendar. Mr...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is seeking a guarantee that a redevelopment of Falcons 2000 Soccer Club will proceed, after the Victorian Government abandoned plans to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Mr Chester said that it was his understanding that a...