Oct 9, 2025 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is encouraging young Gippslanders with an interest in leadership, democracy and community service to apply for the National Youth Parliament 2026, with Expressions of Interest now open. The new initiative, delivered by the...
Aug 12, 2024 | Latest News, Supporting Regional Students
The Year 5/6 students at St Mary’s Primary School Maffra certainly have a comprehensive understanding of the Australian political system, which would rival their parents! Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester visited St Mary’s this week to discuss...
Jul 3, 2024 | Latest News
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Milton Dick MP and Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester have launched the “My First Speech” Competition for Gippsland Electorate schools. This national competition challenges students in years 10, 11, and...
Jun 24, 2024 | Latest News, Supporting Regional Students
Reducing the cost of living pressures for regional students and improving access to a broader range of tertiary courses are two of the biggest issues facing the education sector, according to local MP Darren Chester. In addition to representing his constituency as the...
Jun 13, 2024 | Latest News, Supporting Regional Students
Rosedale Primary School may be harbouring a few budding politicians. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester visited Rosedale Primary School this week to discuss Australia’s political system with students in Years 5 and 6. “It’s always a pleasure...
