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Mining project variations assessed in EES

Mining project variations assessed in EES

Kalbar Resources has identified variations to the mineral sands mining project at Glenaladale for assessment in the project’s Environmental Effects Statement (EES).Kalbar has further refined the project to include additional options for transportation and water management to provide greater flexibility and reduce potential impacts where possible.“As the EES technical studies have progressed, we...
Solution search

Solution search

East Gippslanders are among increasing numbers of citizens around the world alarmed by the impacts of global warming currently unfolding and threatening the planet’s future safety, according to East Gippsland Climate Action Network.The group’s frustration and disappointment at government inaction has prompted a groundswell of campaigning to bring the climate crisis to the fore and last Friday’s...
Jetties under threat

Jetties under threat

The State Government’s recently released Draft Marine and Coastal Policy is causing concern for many locals with numerous pieces of private infrastructure on Crown land under threat of being moved.The draft policy proposes private jetties should be removed or relocated “as the opportunity arises”.The Draft Marine and Coastal Policy states private infrastructure such as jetties are...
Nominees

Nominees

Five Bairnsdale region businesses have been nominated for Victorian Regional Achievement and Community Awards.U3A Bairnsdale and Bairnsdale and District Wood Craft Group are among the nominees for the Senior Achievement Award, The Doggie Den has been nominated for the Customer Service Award, Bulmer Farms will feature in the Agricultural Innovation Award and Black Rainbow Printing (Mount Taylor)...
Council supports upgrades

Council supports upgrades

East Gippsland Shire Council has awarded more than $108,000 in drought relief community facilities infrastructure grants to 22 community organisations.Mayor, Cr Natalie O’ Connell, said council has awarded grants to support drought-affected communities by improving facilities to help build resilience for future environmental events and provide ongoing benefit to community.“Projects receiving...
Where is the help?

Where is the help?

Leader of the Victorian Nationals, Peter Walsh, spoke to drought-affected East Gippsland farmers and members of the agriculture sector on Wednesday, gauging their situation and discussing the type of support they require in a time of need.While in town to meet with the Committee for Gippsland to discuss train services, a potential Traralgon by-pass and opportunities to capitalise on...

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