Noticeboard – 29 May 2023 Edition

Read the latest edition of Noticeboard for all the latest Council news and updates.

Mayor’s Message

This week we continue to show our support of Opal workers following the Victorian Government’s early transition announcement from native timber

logging.

Native timber logging will cease by 1 January 2024, affecting one of the major industries in Latrobe City. It is expected to impact hundreds of workers at the Maryvale Mill, which has been a cornerstone of our City’s economic landscape for over 85 years.

While knowing cease dates is important for any major change, this announcement has come earlier than predicted – making the adjustment more challenging.

We acknowledge the support packages that have been announced by the Victorian Government through the 2023/24 State Budget. However, we continue to call for additional support including immediate action to fasttrack the establishment of the State Electricity Commission and associated renewable energy projects.

With this change we must work in alignment with ‘Our Transition’ plan to ensure that actions taken are strategic.

The plan provides clear actions that support transition including investment, upskilling and future jobs along with how government and private investment can work

collaboratively to ensure the success of our region.

Everyone is invited to read the plan at: www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/transition

Cr Kellie O’Callaghan

Mayor of Latrobe City Council

Have Your Say for Creative Latrobe

Creative Latrobe will implement exciting and bold art activations and installations in Traralgon, Morwell, Moe, Churchill and one small town to be selected by the community.

Come along to upcoming workshops in June to share your thoughts on suitable sites and artworks types.

To learn more about the sessions and register please visit: yoursay.latrobe.vic.gov.au/creativelatrobe

Community members and artists can also complete an online survey by Sunday 2 July through the platform if they cannot attend a session.

An initiative of the Latrobe Health Assembly and Latrobe City Council within the Latrobe Health Innovation Zone. Funded by the State Government.

Get in The Group

Latrobe Leisure offers a diverse Group Fitness program. Group fitness classes are open to people from all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced.

From Monday 29 May to Friday 30 June, purchase a Latrobe Leisure or Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre membership and receive two weeks free.

Bring a friend to join up and both of you can skip the joining fee.

Visit our website to purchase your membership today. www.leisure.latrobe.vic.gov.au

Made you Look: Online Marketing Workshop for Community Groups

Are you responsible for marketing and social media in your community group/club? Join us at this free Latrobe City workshop designed to help you really understand your

audience, develop effective content and choose the right marketing channels for your group.

When: Wednesday, 14 June 2023

Time: 6pm – 8pm

Where: Latrobe City Headquarters, Nambur Wariga Room, 141 Commercial Road, Morwell

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