Home News Chester backs gun owners, as Royal Commission is announced Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is concerned rural gun owners will be targeted by stricter gun laws. Photo: Contributed News Chester backs gun owners, as Royal Commission is announced David Braithwaite 21/01/2026 FacebookXEmail MEMBER for Gippsland Darren Chester has warned the federal government’s proposed changes to firearms laws will unfairly target rural and […] Let's Stay Connected There’s no better way to stay connected with your local community than with a digital subscription to the Gippsland Times. Please subscribe or login to access all content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password Latest News Council supports campaign to boost rural investment 05/10/2026 Wellington Shire Council is backing a statewide campaign calling for greater investment in rural communities, following the launch of Rural Councils Victoria's Invest in... Hansford forced to step away, One Nation looks for new candidate 01/10/2026 Renewing the pipes that keep Gippsland flowing 01/10/2026 Daylight saving begins this weekend 01/10/2026 Investigation continues into Maffra death 01/10/2026