East Gippsland is governed locally by the East Gippsland Shire Council who provide a range of residential services.
The region's natural attributes including snowfields, lakes, beaches and wilderness and provide a great outdoor lifestyle and range of recreational pursuits.
Whilst for lovers of organised sports, most communities have a full range of organised sports and indoor recreational activities throughout the year. Strong arts and cultural experiences can also be found throughout the region, click here for details.
Trading city stresses doesn't mean sacrificing 'comfort' with the region offering real retail choice, including a comprehensive range of your favorite chain stores mixed with independently-owned boutiques, cafés, restaurants, hotels, wine bars and specialist stores.