The State Government swung the axe on the native timber industry last Tuesday, announcing harvesting would grind to a halt by January 1, 2024, six years early. The announcement has left Orbost locals in dismay, with 115 of its workers facing an uncertain future. The State Government made the announcement as part of last week's state budget, announcing a $200 million package for retraining....

Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) and Fire to Flourish is holding a series of Big Map events that will focus on small communities in far East Gippsland. During these sessions, a huge satellite image map is spread on the floor of a public hall. Local residents are then walked through disaster events by experienced facilitators and talked through emergency response scenarios. Residents get a better...

It's official, native timber harvesting in Victorian forests will end in 2024. The State Government announced the decision yesterday (Tuesday) with existing supports being brought forward, meaning every single timber worker will be directly supported to find a new job. Forest contractor workers will be secured with contracts for forest management works, enabling them to continue to work in the...

East Gippsland Shire Council wishes to establish a sustainable stormwater strategy for the Marlo township to address existing flooding issues brought to its attention through community feedback. According to Marlo Ratepayers and Residents Association (MRRA) president, Shayne Boyd, drainage in Marlo has been an issue for the area, particularly during flooding events. “When we have excessive...

Last Wednesday, May 10, a group of interested members of the public had the opportunity to view the Snowy River Railway Bridge restoration plans in the meeting room at the rear of the Shire Business Centre in Orbost. The drop-in style session allowed a significant number of people to come along and get an update on this important local project. Locals were delighted to be able to see the plans...