Home News Chester says he’s committed to Gippsland seat after Coalition split Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester was one of eight Nationals frontbenchers to resign. Photo: Contributed News Chester says he’s committed to Gippsland seat after Coalition split Liam Durkin 28/01/2026 FacebookTwitterEmail FEDERAL Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he will continue to serve the interests of regional Australians after resigning from […] 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 Work bans for local healthcare workers continue as elective surgeries impacted 28/01/2026 Public hospitals, including at Central Gippsland Health Services (CGHS) continue to be impacted by work bans, including the cancellation of Category 3 elective surgeries... Telstra upgrading mobile coverage in Maffra and East Sale 28/01/2026 Australia Day at Victoria Park in Sale 28/01/2026 Dig into VEGuary 2026 28/01/2026 Jethrow Curtis charged for alleged murder of admired Maffra jeweller Steve... 28/01/2026