Jan 15, 2019 | Improving Rural Health, Latest News
Mallacoota locals have had their first look at their new $600,000 medical centre being built in the middle of town – and they were happy with the progress. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester officially opened the partially-built centre for inspection...
Sep 27, 2018 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
The Nationals Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has urged Gippsland councils and community organisations to apply for a share of $200 million in Federal Government funding for regional Australia. Mr Chester said the money would be allocated to local infrastructure...
Sep 26, 2018 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Metung traders and residents are looking forward to a new tourism attraction this summer, with the extended Metung boardwalk due for completion by mid-December. The project was identified as one of the Metung community’s highest priorities and will create a safe walk...
Sep 25, 2018 | Aged Care, Building Community Infrastructure, Improving Rural Health, Latest News
New funding is available to Gippsland aged care providers to update facilities. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has encouraged local providers to apply for one-off grants of up to $500,000 to undertake infrastructure projects. “Whether it’s improving...
Sep 18, 2018 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Local councils and community organisations across Gippsland can apply now for up to $1 million to tackle crime and anti-social behavior in their area. The money is available through the Federal Government’s Safer Communities Fund as part of its commitment to keep...
