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...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging the Commonwealth to get more involved in bushfire prevention measures after the Australasian Fire Authorities Council (AFAC) released its updated forecasts for the 2023-24 summer period. The AFAC Seasonal Bushfire...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says lives are in danger on roads in Gippsland and across regional Australia because of the Federal Government’s failure to support local projects. With the deadline for the 90-day Strategic Review of the Infrastructure...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has paid tribute to Stretton Park Maffra’s volunteer board members and staff after the official opening of improved facilities. Mr Chester secured 50 per cent federal funding for Stage Two of redevelopment works which...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says the Bullock Island redevelopment will boost the visitor economy and improve the liveability of Lakes Entrance. Mr Chester has worked with community groups for several years to secure funding for the master plan on the...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says the 50th anniversary since the withdrawal of the last Australian troops involved in the Vietnam War was an opportunity to ensure the veterans of the conflict were respected, recognised and given any assistance they...
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says the redevelopment of the Port of Sale and the Princes Highway upgrades will deliver long term social and economic benefits. Mr Chester said the multi-million dollar improvements to York St and Foster St, plus the Port...