Nov 27, 2025 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging Gippslanders to support local businesses this holiday season, including the many artisans, creators and small producers who contribute so much to the region’s economy and community spirit. During a visit to...
Nov 29, 2024 | Latest News, Local, Local Issues, Putting Locals First, Putting Locals First
Gippslanders are being urged to shop locally and support family-owned businesses this Christmas by local MP Darren Chester. Mr Chester said putting locals first would help to create local jobs and build a stronger regional economy. “At a time when prices are...
Aug 15, 2024 | Helping Small Business, Latest News
Local businesses are the backbone of the community, and the annual Gippsland Business Awards are a key means of acknowledging the remarkable businesses that make Gippsland a better place to live, according to Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester. “The...
Jul 22, 2021 | Latest News
Gippslanders are being called on to support local businesses during the current lockdown to help secure local jobs in the region. Local MP Darren Chester has challenged the community to buy local produce, takeaway meals and coffee and clothing and gifts from local...
Feb 26, 2021 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is encouraging Gippslanders to use their local travel agent when booking a domestic holiday. Mr Chester said with overseas holidays currently off-limits, plenty of people are looking for a place to holiday within Australia....
