Gippsland Migrant Recruitment and Retention Charter
We’ve launched the Gippsland Migrant Recruitment and Retention Charter. To learn more, visit our priorities and projects page.
Gippsland is one of the most diverse regions in Australia with a gross regional product of $22.2 billion (2023). From unspoilt beaches to snowfields and rainforests, our 41,000km2 region covers a vast range of stunning landscapes including the internationally renowned Wilson’s Promontory National Park and one of Australia’s best-known tourism experiences, the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
Natural resources, leading to energy generation, agriculture, forestry and tourism, as well as manufacturing have traditionally underpinned Gippsland’s growth. The area is a major electricity and natural gas producer for Victoria.
The region is well-placed to benefit from the opportunities emerging in the new energy industry as Australia shifts towards a low-carbon economy. The coast off Gippsland is the first offshore wind zone declared in Australia.
Our region includes 6 municipalities (Bass Coast Shire, Baw Baw Shire, East Gippsland Shire, Latrobe City, South Gippsland Shire , Wellington Shire) and a population of approximately 304,100 (2022).
Regional Partnerships are made up of community and business leaders, senior local and state government officers, and Regional Development Australia committee members.
Our focus
The Gippsland Regional Partnership has developed a workplan, which aligns with the Gippsland Regional Plan and works towards achieving three high level outcomes:
- A sustainable and prosperous future for Gippsland communities that protects and promotes our assets and addresses climate change.
- Happy and healthy communities where cultural enrichment is embraced and bolsters the population adding to a skilled workforce.
- Technology and transport networks enable people, industry and business by improving community participation, access to markets, education and services across Gippsland.