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The sixth annual International Rose Garden Festival Morwell has been launched by Latrobe City Council Mayor Kellie O’Callaghan today.

The free community event is expected to attract thousands of visitors to Gippsland in November, with 4,000 roses on display at the Morwell Rose Garden. Latrobe City Council

The biennial Ephemera: Seaside Sculptures event returns to Townsville this weekend.

The international recognised event is in its 22nd year and will feature more than artworks from Australia, Canada and United States. Townsville City Council

Edward River Council has endorsed the first stage of its 2050 growth strategy project, by appointing AEC Group to deliver the strategy.

Council CEO Phil Stone said the strategy will include a planning framework to support urban expansion and infill development. Edward River Council

Nillumbik Shire Council has announced three successful artists to participate in its Artist in Residence program.

A literary artist, performing artist and visual artist will be in residence at three local facilities from mid-July through the end of March next year. Nillumbik Shire Council