Latrobe Regional Commission

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History

The Latrobe Regional Commission was established under the Latrobe Regional Commission Act 1983 (No.9983). It commenced operation in 1984.

The objects of the Commission, as defined in Section 6 of the Act, were:

(a) to co-ordinate the planning of the economic, physical, environmental and social development of the Latrobe region;

(b) to improve the coordination of and to facilitate the development of major projects in the region;

(c) to assist the implementation of State policies in relation to the region;

(d) to assist in the economic development of the region; and

(e) to involve the regional community in decision-making in relation to the region.

The Commission was composed of representatives of each municipality in the region, namely the:

City of Moe
City of Morwell
City of Sale
City of Traralgon
Shire of Alberton
Shire of Mirboo
Shire of Narracan
Shire of Rosedale
Shire of South Gippsland
Shire of Traralgon

In addition, a representative of the Latrobe Valley Water and Sewerage Board was appointed, along with representatives selected on the nomination of trade unions (one person), employer, industry and commercial organisations (one person), and community and welfare groups (two persons).

The work of the Commission was funded by Victorian government grants and municipal contributions and was supported by a staff of accountants, engineers, town and strategic planners, economists, marketing specialists and research officers organised into the following functional divisions:

The Corporate Services Division dealt with administrative, finance, property, and policy matters including planning and development policy, committees and meetings, liaison with other government agencies and related bodies, and the activities of the Board.

The Economic Development Division managed programs to assist business opportunities and public investment in the region, including the design of incentive schemes.

The Planning Division was responsible for the development of local and regional plans, environmental planning and waste management.

The Human Services Division was responsible for programs concerned with regional social issues and the development of community services including education and employment programs, support for community groups, and the development of sport and recreational facilities.

The Commission was wound up in 1995 under the Latrobe Regional Commission Repeal Act 1995 (No.16, 1995).

Location of Records

Laverton