Thanks to the efforts of every Victorian, we’ve reached our very first target.

Having reached a 14-day average of 3.6 and with no mystery cases, regional Victoria has reached the necessary “trigger point” in our roadmap – meaning our public health experts have advised that we can take this next step.

Between April and November each year, Australia’s southern and eastern coastlines blossom with magnificent displays of playful, acrobatic, humpback whales.

$3 billion in cash grants, tax relief and cashflow support will be delivered to Victorian businesses that have been most affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions. The package will help businesses survive and keep Victorians in jobs.

Thanks to the enormous efforts of Victorians in following the rules and driving down case numbers, we will take the first of our cautious and careful steps towards a COVID Normal tonight.

The numbers are falling but we need to keep it that way – ensuring we can continue to open up safely and sustainably – based on the data, the science and expert public health advice.

Last week, Council awarded the $3.5 million construction contract for the Bair Street development to a local firm, BJ Earthmoving. This is an amazing achievement for the local firm and is a win for the local community. 

South Gippsland Shire Council have announced the newly appointed members of the Economic Development Strategy Advisory Group (EDSAG) and the Visitor Economy Strategy Advisory Group (VESAG). These recently formed groups will support the development and implementation of Council’s Economic Development and Visitor Economy strategies and members have been chosen for their high level of specialist skills, knowledge and expertise.

The Covid-19 pandemic presents an opportunity for residents who are keen to get together when the lockdown is lifted to come together with common goals.

Vietnam’s first domestic car manufacturer, Vinfast, said on Wednesday it had bought GM Holden’s Lang Lang Testing Centre in Australia, as part of its efforts to expand internationally.

A slightly modified version of the famous SA Premiers’, Don Dunstan’s Cookbook 1976 recipe for Osso Bucco. A classic cookbook in a barren culinary era. Don was a flamboyant and brilliant politician with his penchant for pink short pants and safari suits in parliament and his pre poll driven visionary leadership years ahead of his time. His electorate in Norwood was a hotspot of Italian and Greek migrants, cultures and new culinary adventures. I fondly remember going through the old antique (junk) shops on the parade with my older sisters and being introduced to real coffee. What an adventure!

Although I diligently wear a mask when necessary these days, I can’t say I’m accustomed to it, nor will I ever want to be. 

The Victorian Government released its reopening roadmap on the weekend providing certainty and clarity to communities and businesses alike. 

This is the story of a middle-aged South Gippsland farmer, who like so many of us, was unaware the harsh, intense Australian sun was silently damaging his skin during his years as a minor. The ongoing difficulties and challenges he has consequently experienced as an adult are a constant reminder.

A follow up question from Mr Clifford Hayes, MP in the upper house at State Parliament representing Southern Metropoliton Electorate regarding what Ex-Minister Somyurek said to Council in his April 2nd 2019 “show cause” notice.