Matt Stephenson is one of four regional advocates for the Emerald Link, a project in the making aimed at bringing more tourists to East Gippsland to experience a trail from the mountains to the sea.Matt’s area covers eastwest, across the Cann Valley towards Mallacoota, connecting the Coopracambra and Croajingalong national parks (Coopracambra to the Coast). He has been regional advocate for...

Round five of the 2019 Vic Bream Classic saw great numbers of teams as well as supporters turn out on what was a terrific weekend to get out on the waters of Marlo Inlet.Locals put in great effort to see the event well attended and serviced with 46 teams taking to the water on Saturday and Sunday.Lakes Entrance’s Paul and Justin Conn, of team EGM Revisited, took out the weekend’s big win, moving...

It may have been seen about town for a few weeks, but it was with great pleasure that the Bemm River and District Neighbourhood House officially launched its new community bus last Friday.The neighbourhood house’s treasurer, Jane Cunningham, was pleased to launch the centre’s new second-hand bus at the morning tea celebration.“As our small rural town is without any sort of public transport, and...

Orbost Fire Brigade is getting geared up to celebrate, and why wouldn’t they when they’re knocking up 100 years of protecting the local community?With countless volunteers over the century (more are always welcome) the brigade is reaching out to all current and former members of the brigade, whether they were fire fighters or the all important people keeping things straight at home while others’...

The 100th St Andrew’s Uniting Church Flower Show is fast approaching and needs the whole of the Orbost community to be involved in the celebration.Held over two days on October 25 and 26, there is plenty of scope for people of all ages and skills to take part.There are many sections for adults to enter - 20 sections of roses of all colours and varieties and 30 sections for other cut flowers,...