Gippsland South
The Gippsland South Electorate
Gippsland South occupies 7,429 square kilometres along the state’s coast, from Venus Bay to Loch Sport, and includes the country Victorian towns of Foster, Korumburra, Leongatha, Mirboo North, Port Albert, Port Welshpool, Rosedale, Sale and Yarram.
The electorate includes all of South Gippsland Shire and the southern parts of Wellington Shire.
Since 1929 the district has been represented largely by The Nationals, the most recent member prior to Danny O’Brien being Peter Ryan, former leader of the Victorian National Party and Deputy Premier of Victoria.
Key industries in Gippsland South include agriculture, timber production and tourism. Dairying is the biggest agricultural contributor to the local economy.
The region is also known for its beautiful natural features including Wilsons Promontory National Park, Corner Inlet, the Gippsland Lakes and the Strzelecki Ranges.
Local News
McLoughlins Beach still waiting for its jetty
The Nationals Member for Gippsland South Danny O’Brien has asked the State Government to explain when construction will begin on a new McLoughlins Beach Jetty.
Labor slammed for move to sideline regional voices on renewable energy
Gippslanders neighbouring renewable energy projects will have their views sidelined under new planning powers announced by the Allan Labor Government. Under changes announced today, any
Review on telemarketing and VEU programs
A review is underway to consider a ban on telemarketing and door knocking practices as part of the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program following a
Sale College consolidation must be funded
The Nationals Member for Gippsland South is calling for the Allan Labor Government to ensure that the 2024-2025 State Budget includes funding to begin the
Gippsland EDs on life support
The Nationals Member for Gippsland South, Danny O’Brien says immediate intervention is needed from the Allan Labor Government as latest figures show that emergency departments
Food relief services in demand
The Nationals Member for Gippsland South, Danny O’Brien is encouraging locals to give what they can to support local food relief providers as demand for
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