Newspaper Name : | Bairnsdale Advertiser |
About Us: | East Gippsland is a diverse geographical area, bordered to the north-east by mountains and to the south by the sea and extensive Gippsland lakes system. With a population of approximately 38,000 people, it is a predominantly rural area; featuring cattle and sheep farming and commercial vegetable growing and processing. Forestry is also another established industry as is the multi-million dollar fishing industry. There is also light industry and retail activities in centres such as Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance. Tourism also represents an estimated income to the area of $300 million per year. |
Publication Day: | Wednesday |