Bass Coast Shire Council News
240 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -A weekly update from one of Victoria's fastest growing regional areas. Bass Coast has a permanent population of approximately 30,000, which triples in peak holiday season.
This show is also broadcast on Community Radio 3mFM (3mfm.com.au) Tuesdays at 8.30am, Thursdays at 4.30pm and Saturdays at 10.00am.
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Episodes
Council News - 12 April 2021
April 13, 2021 23:00 - 5 minutes - 7.78 MBThis week: We talk about pet registrations, the official opening of the West Gippsland Libraries in San Remo and Grantville, how you can have your say as part of the Our Bass Coast. Our Future campaign, speed limits around schools and our April Council meeting being livestreamed next week.
Council News – 5 April 2021
April 06, 2021 23:00 - 5 minutes - 7.72 MBThis week: We talk about the grants available to small businesses, the official opening of the Country Universities Centre, CUC Bass Coast, the rejection of the AGL Crib Point and APA Gas Import Jetty and pipeline project and Our Bass Coast. Our Future drop in sessions we held last month across the shire and have come to an end. We would like to thank the members of our community who attended these sessions and shared with us their ideas, aspirations and thoughts about the future of Bass Coast.
Council News – 29 March 2021
April 01, 2021 01:18 - 5 minutes - 7.16 MBThis week: We talk about the grant funds to help local small businesses grow, Our Bass Coast. Our Future Drop-in sessions we are holding this month across the shire where you can attend and tell us your ideas, aspirations and thoughts about the future of Bass Coast, and the State Government’s announcement of further easing of restrictions across Victoria.
Council News – 22 March 2021
April 01, 2021 01:15 - 5 minutes - 7.26 MBThis week: We talk about the Our Bass Coast. Our Future Drop-in sessions we’re holding this month across the shire where you can attend and tell us your ideas, aspirations and thoughts about the future of Bass Coast and share some highlights from our March Council meeting that was livestreamed last week.
Council News – 15 March 2021
April 01, 2021 01:11 - 4 minutes - 6.61 MBThis week: We talk about the Our Bass Coast. Our Future. Drop-in sessions starting this week across the shire where you can attend and tell us your ideas, aspirations and thoughts about the future of Bass Coast.
Council News – 8 March 2021
April 01, 2021 01:08 - 4 minutes - 6.55 MBThis week: We talk about the Latrobe Valley Authority’s Grants Program for small businesses and Our Bass Coast. Our Future Community Engagement Sessions where we would like to hear from you about your ideas, aspirations and thoughts about the future of Bass Coast.
Council News – 1 March 2021
April 01, 2021 01:03 - 4 minutes - 6.05 MBThis week: We talk about Round 1 of Council’s Community Grants Program closing soon, International Women’s Day, a Drop-in Session on the new Playspace at Rhyll and the State Government’s announcement about a return to a COVIDSafe setting with changes to restrictions.
Council News – 22 February 2021
April 01, 2021 00:59 - 4 minutes - 6.79 MBThis week: We talk about the Community Engagement Policy that was adopted at the February Council meeting, the Rhyll Playspace upgrade Information Drop-in Session, Mayor, Cr Brett Tessari’s One Gippsland Chair appointment, and our first Council meeting for the year we held on Wednesday, the 17th of February with our newly elected Councillors.
Council News – 15 February 2021
April 01, 2021 00:47 - 5 minutes - 8.17 MBThis week: We talk about the February Council meeting, how to stay safe in the heat and by the water, and some changes we made to our Council services due to the State Government’s lockdown announcement on Friday, the 12th of February.
Council News – 8 February 2021
April 01, 2021 00:44 - 6 minutes - 8.25 MBThis week: We talk about the February Council meeting, State Government’s changes to mask wearing, the Vegetation Management 10/30 Rule, staying safe in the heat and by the water, and thank the 93 staff that we were able to employ thanks to the State Governments Working for Victoria program for all they have done for the Bass Coast community.
Council News – 1 February 2021
April 01, 2021 00:42 - 5 minutes - 7.68 MBThis week: We talk about the Community Grants Program Information Sessions, speed limits around schools, staying safe in the heat and by the water and congratulate and welcome Bass Coast’s newest citizens, who took their pledges at the Australian Citizenship ceremony held last week.
Council News - 18 January 2021
April 01, 2021 00:04 - 6 minutes - 9.36 MBThis week: We talk about staying safe in the heat and by the water, bin collections over summer, Community Grants and the West Gippsland Libraries survey and congratulate the winners and nominees of the Bass Coast Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards that were held last week.
Council News - 11 January 2021
April 01, 2021 00:01 - 4 minutes - 5.84 MBThis week: We talk about staying safe in the heat and by the water, bin collections over summer and we are looking for feedback on our draft Community Engagement Policy.
Council News - 21 December 2020
March 31, 2021 23:54 - 6 minutes - 8.37 MBThis week: We talk about playing it safe by the water, Wonthaggi’s newest mural, pets and illegal fireworks, new courts in Corinella and we are looking for feedback on our draft Community Engagement Policy.
Council News - 14 December 2020
March 31, 2021 23:51 - 6 minutes - 8.37 MBThis week: We talk about the outdoor dining in our shire, the draft Phillip Island (Millowl) Wildlife Plan, the Beachsafe App, the Summer fire danger period and exciting news regarding our Biolinks program.
Council News - 7 December 2020
March 31, 2021 23:48 - 6 minutes - 8.37 MBThis week: We talk about the draft Phillip Island (Millowl) Wildlife Plan, changes to the Vegetation management 10/30 Rule, the Red Cross Redi-Plan Information sessions, the Christmas decoration competition, the Christmas Giving Trees and the Wonthaggi, Discover Our Secret launch last week.
Council News - 30 November 2020
March 31, 2021 23:46 - 4 minutes - 6.81 MBThis week: We talk about the draft Phillip Island (Millowl) Wildlife Plan, the Summer dog beach regulations, the Christmas decoration competition, the new Bass Coast Grant Finder and the Christmas Giving Trees.
Council News - 23 November 2020
March 31, 2021 23:40 - 5 minutes - 7.54 MBThis week: We talk about the State Government’s $25 million investment towards public and community housing in Bass Coast, the Christmas decoration competition, the draft Phillip Island (Millowl) Wildlife Plan, the cancellation of this years’ New Year’s fireworks display and the State Government’s investment into public community housing.
Council News - 16 November 2020
November 19, 2020 06:00 - 6 minutes - 9.42 MBThis week: We talk about the fee- free Green Waste Period, the Christmas decoration competition, the phased re-opening of our Customer and Visitor Service Centres and how to nominate for the Australia Day Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards.
Council News - 9 November 2020
November 19, 2020 05:56 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MBThis week: We talk about the fee- free Green Waste Period, NAIDOC Week, National Recycle Week, the phased re-opening of our Customer and Visitor Service Centres and how to nominate for the Australia Day Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards.
Council News - 2 November 2020
November 19, 2020 05:50 - 5 minutes - 7.62 MBThis week: We talk about the fee-free Green Waste Period, preparing for fires and floods, the phased re-opening of our Customer and Visitor Service Centres and how to nominate for the Australia Day Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards.
Council News - 26 October 2020
November 19, 2020 05:47 - 7 minutes - 10.1 MBThis week: We talk about fire prevention, green waste, nominations for the Australia Day Awards, swimming pool and spa registrations, Children’s week and COVID-19 updates.
Council News - 14 September 2020
September 21, 2020 03:31 - 6 minutes - 9.13 MBThis week: We talk about changes in Regional Victoria under the latest announcements from the Premier, some changes to Council services, swimming pool registrations and the Council meeting this week which will be held on Wednesday the 16th of September at 1.00pm.
Council News - 7 September 2020
September 08, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBThis week: We talk about the Redevelopment of the Cowes Cultural and Community Centre, a number of capital works projects that are ready to go in Inverloch, a new Community Newsletter for not for profit and community groups, some of the events and work being done to support our local business community and an update about COVID-19.
Council News - 31 August 2020
September 01, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MBThis week: We talk about the 2020/21 Annual Budget that was adopted at the August Ordinary Council Meeting, the endorsement of the Draft Climate Action Plan 2020-30, the submissions for Round Two of our Community Grants for 2020 that are still open and information around the current Stage 3 restrictions.
Council News - 24 August 2020
August 27, 2020 03:23 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MBThis week: We speak to our Mayor, Cr Brett Tessari about supporting our local businesses where we can, the importance of wearing masks and about connecting, caring and being compassionate to each other.
CEO Ali Wastie and local palaeontologist Mike Cleeland Interview on ABC Gippsland - Dinosaur Trail
August 25, 2020 06:42 - 8 minutes - 15.4 MBCEO Ali Wastie and Bass Coast local legend, geologist, palaeontologist and Bunurong Coast Education Officer Mike Cleeland were interviewed by the amazing Mim Cook on ABC Gippsland about the exciting Dinosaurs Trail project.
Ali Wastie On ABC Gippsland - Put Her Name On It Campaign
August 19, 2020 05:15 - 8 minutes - 14.9 MBCEO, Ali Wastie had the pleasure of being interviewed by Jonathon Kendall aka Jono at ABC Gippsland on the Put Her Name On It campaign that was started by Women In Gippsland.
Council News - 17 August 2020
August 18, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MBThis week: We talk more about COVID-19, what the community needs to be aware of during this time and where you can find information about the various types of support available to you if you need it. We’ll also give you an update on other council news, including work that has commenced on the Wonthaggi Railway station, details about the planning stage for two new Aquatics Centres and Round 2 of our Community Grants for 2020.
Council News - 10 August 2020
August 14, 2020 07:40 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MBThis week: We talk about the reintroduction of Stage 3 Stay at Home restrictions across Regional Victoria and what that means for people on the Bass Coast. We’ll also be talking about some of the changes implemented to local services and facilities in order to align with State Government’s regulations and keep our community safe. To ensure you’re fully aware of all of these changes and how they may impact you, we’ll be providing you with guidelines on what you should be doing right now and wh...
Council News - 3 August 2020
August 14, 2020 07:36 - 6 minutes - 8.99 MBThis week: We talk about the new mandatory requirements related to COVID-19, where you can get tested for COVID-19 in Bass Coast, last week’s Special Council Meeting, the results from our Customer Satisfaction Survey and what some of our Working For Victoria recruits have been up to.
Council News - 27 July 2020
August 14, 2020 07:32 - 8 minutes - 11 MBThis week: We talk about what some of our Working For Victoria recruits have been up to, where you can get tested for COVID-19 in Bass Coast and how you can provide feedback on the new draft of the Council Governance Rules.
Council News - 20 July 2020
August 14, 2020 07:24 - 7 minutes - 9.75 MBThis week: We talk about the successful applicants for the Business and Community Resilience Grants program, how to make a submission to the Budget, the Victoria Health WalkToSchool initiative and the new draft Governance Rules now available for your feedback.
Council News - 13 July 2020
August 14, 2020 06:50 - 6 minutes - 8.52 MBThis week: We talk about last week’s Live Facebook Budget Q&A session, 4000 trees being planted on the foreshore and the announcement of successful applicants from the Business and Community Resilience Grants program.
Council News – 6 July 2020
July 06, 2020 06:13 - 5 minutes - 8.26 MBThis week: We talk about the proposed 2020/21 Budget released for community feedback at the June Council Meeting, the Smiths Beach Town Plan consultation and the Climate Action Plan 2020-2030.
Council News – 29 June 2020
June 29, 2020 07:03 - 6 minutes - 9.53 MBThis week: We talk about the proposed 2020/21 Budget that was released for community feedback at the June Council Meeting, the Smiths Beach Town Plan consultation and the changes announced by the State Government around COVID-19 social distancing rules.
Council News – 22 June 2020
June 22, 2020 06:51 - 7 minutes - 10.1 MBThis week: We share some highlights from last week’s virtual Council meeting which was a big one! From the decision on the Maher’s Landing application, some important Grants applications to the proposed 2020/21 Budget being released for community feedback.
Council News – 15 June 2020
June 22, 2020 06:48 - 6 minutes - 9.19 MBThis week: We talk about the Bass Coast University Centre, Working for Victoria job opportunities, the Smiths Beach Town Plan consultation and re-opening of the outdoor public BBQs areas and the YMCA Swimming Pool. But first, we’re excited to be livestreaming our second virtual Council meeting this week on Wednesday the 17th of June at 11.00am.
Council News – 8 June 2020
June 09, 2020 06:34 - 4 minutes - 6.84 MBThis week: We discuss the exciting news about the Bass Coast University Centre, Working for Victoria job opportunities, the Smiths Beach Town Plan consultation and students in years 3 to 10 returning to school.
Council News – 1 June 2020
June 09, 2020 06:25 - 5 minutes - 8.1 MBThis week: We talk about what’s changed in the Bass Coast with the easing of Stage 3 Restrictions by the State Government. But first, as part of National Reconciliation Week, we’d like to begin our show by acknowledging the traditional owners of this land, the Bunurong/ Boonwurrung people and pay respects to their elders past, present and emerging and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in our community today.
Council News – 25 May 2020
June 09, 2020 06:22 - 5 minutes - 8.09 MBThis week: We’re excited to share highlights from our first virtual live streamed Council meeting held last week on Wednesday the 20th of May. These include the green light on the $700,000 of Business and Community Resilience Grants, a revised Financial Hardship Policy and appointing an architect for the new $19m Cowes Cultural and Community Centre.
Council News - 18 May 2020
May 20, 2020 02:30 - 6 minutes - 9.01 MBThis week: We discuss the easing of Stage 3 Restrictions by the Victorian Government, this week’s Virtual Ordinary Council Meeting, the Back Your Local Business Campaign, the Victorian Seniors Festival Re-imagined and our Cat Owners Survey.
Council News - 11 May 2020
May 20, 2020 02:23 - 7 minutes - 10 MBThis week: We discuss the Victorian Government announcement to ease Stage 3 Restrictions, the upcoming Virtual Ordinary Council Meeting, Resilience Grants, the Virtual Fence that’s now active on Phillip Island, the Back Your Local Business Campaign and the Salvos Digital Red Shield Appeal.
Council News - 4 May 2020
May 20, 2020 02:16 - 6 minutes - 9.32 MBThis week: We talk about the Back Your Local Business Campaign, Virtual Council Meetings, the Business and Community Response and Recovery Package, the COVIDSafe App, what’s happening with our Waste Facilities and the proposed end date for Stage 3 Restrictions.
Council News - 27 April 2020
May 20, 2020 02:11 - 6 minutes - 9.03 MBThis week: We talk about the ANZAC Day commemorations, the Business and Community Response and Recovery package, the Climate Change Action Plan and the Victorian Government extension to the Stage 3 restrictions until the 11th of May.
Council News - 20 April 2020
May 20, 2020 01:52 - 5 minutes - 8.03 MBThis week: We discuss some of the decisions made at last week’s April Council meeting and thank our community for their response over the last few weeks to the COVID-19 crisis.
Council News - 6 April 2020
May 20, 2020 01:32 - 5 minutes - 7.42 MBThis week: We discuss changes to Council services and hear some important messaged from Mayor, Cr Brett Tessari about the current COVID-19 crisis.
2020 03 30 Council News - 30 March 2020
May 20, 2020 00:53 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBThis week: There is really not much else to talk about than the current COVID-19 crisis. There are a few changes to Council services, resources where you can find help, and guidelines for what you should be doing right now.
Council News - 23 March 2020
May 20, 2020 00:46 - 5 minutes - 7 MBThis week: We talk about Start-up Gippsland but first let’s discuss some recent changes to Council services as a result of the Coronvirus or COVID-19 as it is officially called. Due to recent recommendations from the government around social distancing we’ve had to make some changes to the way we operate and the services we deliver.
Council News - 16 March 2020
May 19, 2020 06:46 - 4 minutes - 6.37 MBThis week: We talk about having your say on the rating strategy, helping us fill in Heritage Gaps, making sure you are getting your information from a credible source and take a look at one of our major road projects for the year.