Apr 14, 2023 | Latest News
The first sections of the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails are now open for the public to enjoy. Local MP Darren Chester said the crew at Common Ground Trails had worked hard to get the sections open for bike enthusiasts to enjoy. “The community advocated for this project...
Mar 3, 2023 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (pictured) is predicting a new boom for Omeo with the creation of a multi-million dollar network of mountain bike trails. “For the high country towns which boomed in the gold rush, the ‘Lycra rush’ should be a boost for...
Mar 21, 2022 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Omeo Rodeo has modernised its facilities after receiving Federal Government funding. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said the project would be a great boost for the region. “Omeo Rodeo has received $170,800 from the Federal Government through the Bushfire...
Apr 16, 2021 | Latest News, Mobile Phone and Internet Coverage
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed the announcement of $2.63 million for the installation of a fibre optic path between Tambo Crossing and Swifts Creek to improve mobile reception. Mr Chester said the installation of a 42-kilometre fibre path...
Dec 21, 2020 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Local MP Darren Chester says Omeo is on the cusp of becoming a must-visit destination for mountain bike enthusiasts. Speaking at the opening of the Omeo Pump and Skills Track at Livingstone Park, Mr Chester said the high country town had positioned itself perfectly to...
