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BUCHAN CHURCH SHOULD REMAIN IN COMMUNITY HANDS

BUCHAN CHURCH SHOULD REMAIN IN COMMUNITY HANDS

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is pleading with the Uniting Church ‘to do the decent thing’ and support the Buchan community’s effort to retain a disused church building for local use. The community has offered to buy the St Andrews Church in the middle...

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‘Mr B’ Farewelled by Students and Staff

‘Mr B’ Farewelled by Students and Staff

St Brendan’s Primary School in Lakes Entrance has farewelled long-serving teacher Lou Battista, who will retire at the end of this year. Universally known as ‘Mr B’ by generations of students, Lou has taught at the school for 34 years, plus a further eight years at...

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BONANG ROAD SEALING PROGRAM WELL ADVANCED

BONANG ROAD SEALING PROGRAM WELL ADVANCED

A $10.5 million program to seal the remaining gravel sections of the Bonang Rd is nearing completion with Federal MP Darren Chester predicting significant social and economic benefits for the region. Mr Chester secured funding from the previous Federal Government...

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SUN SMART SURF LIFESAVERS

SUN SMART SURF LIFESAVERS

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is helping to promote the sun smart message by donating broad-brimmed hats to Lakes Entrance Surf Lifesaving Club juniors. Mr Chester presented the nippers with new hats on the weekend with 120 juniors participating in this...

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SUN SMART SURF LIFESAVERS

SUN SMART SURF LIFESAVERS

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is helping to promote the sun smart message by donating broad-brimmed hats to Seaspray Surf Lifesaving Club juniors. “It’s fabulous to see the lifesavers of the future learning the skills that will keep them safe and provide...

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PRINCES HIGHWAY ‘SMASH UP DERBY’

PRINCES HIGHWAY ‘SMASH UP DERBY’

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says the State and Federal Governments are failing to provide a safe Princes Highway following a spate of crashes on a notorious section of road in East Gippsland. Mr Chester said there were at least seven crashes on a short...

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SLIPWAY FACELIFT A WELCOME BOOST

SLIPWAY FACELIFT A WELCOME BOOST

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (pictured) says the redeveloped slipway site in Lakes Entrance will be an asset for locals and visitors. “About 20 years ago the Old Slipway site became vacant when a purpose-built facility was constructed at the Gippsland...

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CHESTER VISITS TAMBO UPPER PRIMARY SCHOOL

CHESTER VISITS TAMBO UPPER PRIMARY SCHOOL

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester recently visited the students and teachers at Tambo Upper Primary School, where he discussed the different levels of government and how we can work together to fix a range of issues within our community. Mr Chester said it...

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MILLION DOLLAR WIN FOR GIPPSLAND VETERANS

MILLION DOLLAR WIN FOR GIPPSLAND VETERANS

Veterans across Gippsland are set to benefit from a $1.1 million Federal Government grant announced today by local MP, Darren Chester. Mr Chester has congratulated the Sale RSL on its successful application for funding to deliver much needed upgrades at the Gippsland...

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FURTHER BOOST TO KRAUATUNGALUNG WALK PROJECT

FURTHER BOOST TO KRAUATUNGALUNG WALK PROJECT

A proposed all-abilities walking circuit in Lakes Entrance has received a further boost with the community expressing overwhelming support and the Federal Government confirming it would honour a $3.6 million funding offer. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester...

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‘KEEP FARMERS FARMING’ CAMPAIGN SUPPORT

‘KEEP FARMERS FARMING’ CAMPAIGN SUPPORT

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is supporting the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) push to raise awareness of key issues in its largest protest campaign in 40 years. Mr Chester met with new NFF President David Jochinke in Federal Parliament this week...

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ROAD FUNDING VICTORY FOR COMMON SENSE: CHESTER

ROAD FUNDING VICTORY FOR COMMON SENSE: CHESTER

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has claimed ‘a victory for common sense’ with the Commonwealth’s decision to honour existing road funding commitments worth $30 million across the electorate. Mr Chester said the outcomes of the Independent Strategic Review...

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CHESTER VISITS CHAIRO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

CHESTER VISITS CHAIRO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester spoke to the grade five and six students at Chairo Christian School in Traralgon. Mr Chester talked about life in Parliament and gained insights into the students’ priorities and issues within our local community.  ...

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Letter to the editor

Dear Editor, When Australians pause for a minute’s silence on Remembrance Day, it’s all about respect. Respect for the fallen. Respect for their families. Respect for the men and women who continue to serve today in wars, conflicts, peace-keeping and humanitarian...

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The transformation of Jemmy’s Point

The transformation of Jemmy’s Point

Pictured: The transformation of Jemmy’s Point in Lakes Entrance is well advanced with local contractors constructing a new toilet block, improved vehicle access and an elevated viewing area. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (pictured) secured $1.5 million...

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SALE ALTERNATIVE ROUTE A PRIORITY

SALE ALTERNATIVE ROUTE A PRIORITY

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...

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RESIDENTS PAY FOR ROAD SAFETY DELAYS

RESIDENTS PAY FOR ROAD SAFETY DELAYS

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...

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