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Slipway redevelopment option
One of the most prominent sites along the Lakes Entrance Esplanade will soon be available for commercial redevelopment, following representations from Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull. The news follows a question in State Parliament…
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Update sought on asbestos removal
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, has written to the Education Minister to seek an update on the State Government’s progress on removing asbestos from schools in East Gippsland, specifically Newmerella and Nowa Nowa. Mr…
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MP inspects Bemm River helipad site
The new Bemm River helipad, for which State Government funding was announced this week, will be of great benefit to the town, according to Gippsland East MP, Tim Bull, who visited the site on Wednesday.…
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Greyhound submissions close soon
Owners and trainers of racing greyhounds in Gippsland are being urged to provide feedback on the Andrews Labor Government's proposed reforms that if left unchanged, will force many from the industry. Shadow Minister for Racing…
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Zero tolerance approach to all crimes
The Liberal Nationals will crack down on fuel theft if it wins government in 2018, according to Gippsland East MP, Tim Bull. Mr Bull said a strong message of zero tolerance on crime was needed…
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Move to have Jack’s name live on
Maffra Football Netball Club’s pavilion might soon have a new name, following a request from Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull. Mr Bull recently wrote to Wellington Shire Council suggesting the Recreation Reserve be named…
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Drop in for more about roadworks
East Gippsland residents are being urged to attend upcoming information sessions on VicRoads’ plans to improve safety on Paynesville Road and the Princes Highway between Stratford and Bairnsdale. Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull, said…
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Kindergarten funding opportunities
Kindergarten operators and councils across East Gippsland are being encouraged to apply for major grant funding under the Children’s Facilities Capital Program. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, said the program, open until September 15,…
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Natural gas information sessions
Lakes Entrance and Orbost residents seeking more information on their town’s natural gas rollout have the opportunity to attend community forums this week. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, who was part of the Liberal-National…
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Labor must step up for timber industry
Victoria’s timber industry has been given a glimmer of hope in the latest report into the Leadbeater’s Possum protection measures but the Andrews Labor Government now needs to step up. The review of the effectiveness…
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Mill questions remain unanswered
Gippsland East MP, Tim Bull, has said some key details on yesterday's Heyfield Mill announcement were yet to be fully explained and the State Government needed to provide clarity for the workers, their families and…
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Jobs to go at Heyfield
The Government’s announcement on the Heyfield Mill today poses more questions than it provides answers, says Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull. "It’s particularly concerning when mill workers advise both myself and the media they…
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Avon River Bridge included in rail package
Funding to upgrade the Avon River Bridge has been confirmed, as part of the Federal Government’s $1.6 billion regional rail package announced today. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, is over the moon with the…
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East Gippsland has a strong role to play in decentralisation
East Gippsland has a strong role to play in the Liberal-National Coalition’s decentralisation plans, as identified in the Population Policy Taskforce’s interim report, launched earlier this week. Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull, said this…
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CFA Bill sent to Parliamentary committee
Legislation that volunteer firefighters fear will tear apart the Country Fire Authority has been sent to a committee for consultation and improvements, failing to receive the required level of support in Parliament’s Legislative Council Member…
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Funding reduction the reason for poor road conditions
The Auditor-General’s Report into Maintaining State-Controlled Roadways has confirmed that East Gippsland motorists are worse off under the Andrews Labor Government, according to Gippsland East MP, Tim Bull. Mr Bull said the report, released today,…
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Liberal-Nationals introduce legislation to create a new offence of ramming a police vehicle
The Liberal-Nationals Coalition has this week introduced legislation to State Parliament to create a new offence of ramming a police vehicle, a week after a serious incident in Gippsland. Gippsland East MP, Tim Bull, said…
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Bairnsdale, Swan Reach and Heyfield residents to get more active with grants
East Gippsland sporting organisations have received a slice of the VicHealth Active Club Grant pie, with clubs in Bairnsdale, Swan Reach and Heyfield sharing almost $10,000 in funding. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, said…
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Gippsland Line is Victoria’s worst performing
Latest train punctuality data from the Andrews Labor Government shows the Gippsland Line is currently the worst performing service in the state. For the month of May, only 66 per cent of Bairnsdale trains ran…
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Changes recommended to ‘Uber’ tax
A parliamentary committee has recommended the Andrews Labor Government reconsider its proposed taxi reform legislation, including its new $2 tax on every taxi trip. Daniel Andrews’ own Labor MPs were among the committee members who…
