Garfield Community Website Inc was formed to provide a central, online home for information about the West Gippsland Rail Town communities.
We work alongside local volunteers and organisations to share reliable, up-to-date details about events, services, and opportunities to get involved.
In brief, our story so far:
- Early vision: Local residents recognised the need for a shared community website. We created the Garfield Community Website for Garfield residents.
- Formal incorporation: Garfield Community Website Inc was established as a not-for-profit to manage the site responsibly.
- Growing network: We later connected with groups across the West Gippsland Rail Towns to share information and links, creating the West Gippsland Rail Towns website.
For a fuller story of how we began and where we are headed, visit our Our Mission & History page.
Our purpose is to make it easier for residents, visitors, and community organisations to find clear, trusted information about the West Gippsland Rail Towns in one place.
We aim to:
- Connect people and groups: help residents discover local clubs, associations, and services.
- Support local communication: provide a central hub where updates and community news can be easily found.
- Showcase our towns: highlight what makes our West Gippsland Rail Towns great places to live, work, and visit.
- Strengthen collaboration: encourage cooperation between community organisations, volunteers, and supporters.
As a small, incorporated association, we focus on coordination, clarity, and accessibility rather than replacing the work of existing groups. Our role is to complement and support the excellent work that local organisations are already doing.
This website is designed as a practical, easy-to-use resource for anyone wanting to know more about the West Gippsland Rail Town communities.
Through the site you can:
- Learn about local organisations: find short descriptions and links to associated websites and groups.
- Stay informed: access key information about community facilities, services, and activities.
- Discover ways to get involved: see options for volunteering, joining groups, or supporting local initiatives.
- Navigate to partner sites: quickly reach more detailed information hosted by our associated organisations.
- Find governance and contact details: understand how Garfield Community Website Inc operates and how to reach us.
We aim to keep the information on this site clear, concise, and up to date, so that it is useful for both long-term locals and people who are new to the area.
Garfield Community Website Inc does not work in isolation. We collaborate with a network of local organisations to make sure this website reflects the breadth of community life.
Our associated organisations currently include:
- West Gippsland Rail Towns Website
- Nar Nar Goon Progress Association
- Tynong Progress Association
- Garfield Community Association
- Bunyip Connect Inc
Each of these groups retains its own identity, leadership, and areas of focus. Our job is to:
- Maintain clear links to their websites and contact points.
- Coordinate on shared information that appears across our pages.
- Listen to feedback and suggestions from partner organisations and volunteers.
By working together, we can present a more complete picture of what is happening in and around the West Gippsland Rail Towns, without duplicating effort.
If you would like to understand more about how Garfield Community Website Inc is structured and how decisions are made, you can view our governance information.
We also welcome questions, suggestions, and offers of help from community members, businesses, and organisations.
Whether you are interested in joining the committee, sharing information about your group, or discussing a potential project, we encourage you to reach out.