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COALITION BACKS FISHERMEN’S CO-OP UPGRADE

COALITION BACKS FISHERMEN’S CO-OP UPGRADE

The Lakes Entrance fishing industry is set to receive a major boost if the Coalition wins the federal election, thanks to a $3 million grant to redevelop the fishermen’s co-operative on Bullock Island. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says the co-op needs...
CHESTER SEEKS LAKES ENTRANCE JOBS GUARANTEE

CHESTER SEEKS LAKES ENTRANCE JOBS GUARANTEE

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says Canberra-based bureaucrats are ignoring Lakes Entrance community concerns over potential job losses due to new commercial fishing industry restrictions. Mr Chester has raised his concerns directly with the responsible...
CHESTER SEEKS URGENT FISHING INDUSTRY SUPPORT

CHESTER SEEKS URGENT FISHING INDUSTRY SUPPORT

Federal member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging the Labor Government to intervene and assist communities directly impacted by proposed cuts to commercial fishing quotas. Mr Chester has requested an urgent meeting with the Minister for Agriculture Murray Watt to...
FUNDING TO RESTORE THE SNOWY RIVER ESTUARY FISH HABITATS

FUNDING TO RESTORE THE SNOWY RIVER ESTUARY FISH HABITATS

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed the announcement of almost $500,000 in funding for the Snowy River estuary under the Fisheries Habitat Restoration Program. Mr Chester said the money would assist in restoring the health and functionality of...