Some time ago East Gippsland Shire erected dog bag dispensers along the Esplanade and Marine Parade in Lakes Entrance, however some residents are concerned the dispensers are not being refilled.The dispensers incorporate a sign the shape of a dog reminding people they need to pick up after their dogs, with a dispenser supplying bags below.It was seen as a proactive and practical way to encourage...

Lakes Entrance based MP Darren Chester says he will be focused on delivering several local projects that will boost the visitor economy and improve the liveability of his hometown.Mr Chester was re-elected on Saturday with an overwhelming vote in Lakes Entrance and has announced a further $60 million to improve the Princes Highway in East Gippsland.He’s also confirmed funding commitments for the...

Netballers in Lakes Entrance will soon have better facilities to play, practice, and compete thanks to a boost to their facilities from the Andrews Government.Member for Eastern Victoria, Jane Garrett, recently announced the sports facility will be upgraded to suit growing numbers of players, with support from the State Government’s Community Sports Infrastructure Fund.“Sports facilities like...

East Gippsland Shire Council is recognising and celebrating volunteers during National Volunteer Week, May 20-26.The theme for National Volunteer Week 2019 is ‘Making a world of difference’ and council’s volunteers certainly live up to that sentiment, supporting programs in the libraries, youth services, visitor information centres and more.Mayor, Cr Natalie O’Connell, said about 60 volunteers...

The Central Hotel in Lakes Entrance was the scene of a melee on Saturday night after a fight erupted in the sports bar at about 10.30pm.Security guards ejected a 28-year-old man and a 54-year-old woman after an argument at the bar resulted in punches being thrown.The man then smashed a glass door with his fist in order to get back into the hotel.Once inside he allegedly started throwing balls...