Latrobe City Council

Congratulations to our new Mayor Dale Harriman and Deputy Mayor Sharon Gibson following their appointment at the Mayoral election this evening.

Did you experience flooding at Waterhole Creek, Morwell during the 2011 or 2021 flood events? 🤔 We are encouraging community members to share local knowledge and check the accuracy of new flood maps for Waterhole Creek.  Your knowledge and feedback is essential. Through our online map, you can pin locations, share photos and help answer questions about your experience.  Have your say before 16 December at 👇 https://lnkd.in/g3DZjYiW  If you have any questions, head along to the drop-in session on Tuesday 3 December at Kernot Hall, Morwell from 3pm - 7pm.

💡 Do you own a female-led business? 💡  🚀 Or are looking to launch your own? 🚀  Applications are now open for our 2024/25 Business Accelerator Scholarship run through @Business in Heels.  The program will help you validate your idea, find your market, make sales, optimize your operations, and scale your business. You will also get access to mentors, resources, and a supportive network of entrepreneurs.  Learn more at 👇  https://lnkd.in/gPNeT-JW 

Latrobe City Council congratulates all nominees and winners of the 2024 CommBank People's Choice Awards, happening tonight at Kernot Hall, Morwell! Thank you for your incredible contributions to our community. We're proud of each and every one of you! ✨🧡🔑✔

Our community had an amazing time with Ben Crowe, with over 700 attendees at GPAC! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made it unforgettable. Check out some of the fantastic photos from the event! 📸

Are you looking for an opportunity in local business and industry development? Recruitment is currently underway for a Manager of Business and Industry Development at Latrobe City Council. This position is perfect for anyone interested in supporting and growing economic diversity and employment opportunities in our region.   Applications close Sunday 15 September 2024 at 11.59pm.   Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gYa-SSNQ

Want to become a town planner but don’t want to sacrifice working and saving money? Earn while you learn in Latrobe City Council’s brand-new Student Planner position, an initiative to help tackle the planning skills shortage in Victoria! In this four-year full-time contract, Council will fully support the successful applicant to complete an online Diploma of Town Planning, by covering the cost of the degree while also paying a waged salary. This initiative provides a secure job pathway for someone who’s eager to shape the future of Latrobe City and gain the foundation knowledge and skills for a successful career in town planning. Applications close Tuesday 17 September 2024 at 11.59pm. If you want to be at the forefront of sustainable development and city innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/gPTvftXp More information about town planning as a career can be accessed on the Planning Institute of Australia’s become a planner website: https://lnkd.in/gqtGEqtP #becomeaplanner #planningmatters

Latrobe City Council was proud to host this year’s Gippsland New Energy Conference (GNEC) on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre, where opportunities, challenges and innovations were explored to drive transition into a sustainable future. Over 700 people attended the GNEC over the two days, with keynote speakers including Andy Mccarthy, Chris Miller, Stan Krpan and many more. The conference also included Q&A discussion panels and a free community expo including food stalls and entertainment. Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen also attended to help officially launch the Gippsland Offshore Wind Alliance. As part of the conference, attendees had the opportunity to see these projects firsthand with tours of the biogas renewable energy project at the Hyland Landfill and the geothermal technology at the Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre. Hosting this year’s conference was a prime opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to an equitable transition towards a new energy future for the region. Our Transition Plan underscores our priority to move Latrobe City towards a bigger and brighter future, while also transitioning to support local jobs. We all have a role to play in transitioning to a more sustainable future. Latrobe City is doing its part by moving towards Net Zero emissions through key projects such as the biogas renewable energy initiative, geothermal technology at our pools and leisure centres, solar panel installations across major buildings, and LED lighting replacements.

The Gippsland New Energy Conference Day 1 was full of incredible speakers, networking and knowledge. Who else is looking forward to Day 2?!

On Monday the School Crossing Supervisors met for their annual training refresher run by School Crossings Australia. The detailed training goes in to the more technical elements of the role including what to do in an emergency, the legislation behind supervising a school crossing and child safe standards. Council’s School Crossing Supervisors play an important role in the safety of children and pedestrians, pictured below is one of the groups enjoying the training day.