Jan 24, 2020 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says the extended Princes Highway closure should never happen again and the State Government must continue to clear trees and shrubs from roadside verges. Mr Chester said the closure of the main transport link in the region...
Jan 24, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
State and Federal Government support should be provided to assist the Mallacoota abalone co-op to re-establish its processing plant and expand the industry in the region, according to Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester. Mr Chester inspected the burnt out...
Jan 21, 2020 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging all levels of government to maximise local job opportunities as part of the bushfire recovery effort. Mr Chester said local farmers and businesses were suffering as a direct result of the fires and evacuation...
Jan 15, 2020 | Latest News
Primary producers who suffered property losses in bushfire affected East Gippsland will be eligible for grants of up to $75,000. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester welcomed the funding and said it would provide much needed help to begin rebuilding. “Our...
Jan 7, 2020 | Latest News
HELP IS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY BUSHFIRES People affected by the bushfires in East Gippsland are eligible for a range of services and support. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said navigating the help available could be confusing but encouraged...