What Gippslanders Were Searching For in March 2025

March was a busy month on Gippslander, with more locals than ever jumping online to search for jobs across our region. From Morwell to Bairnsdale and everywhere in between, Gippslanders are actively looking for new opportunities — and we’re here to help them connect with local employers.

Let’s take a look at what people were searching for in March.

📍 Top 5 Searched Locations

1. Morwell
Morwell continues to be one of Gippsland’s key employment hubs. With a strong mix of healthcare, government services, and trades-based roles, it’s no surprise to see it topping the list.

2. Traralgon
A growing regional centre with plenty of retail, admin, and hospitality jobs, Traralgon is attracting job seekers from right across the Latrobe Valley.

3. Warragul
With new housing developments and a thriving town centre, Warragul is generating steady interest — particularly in education, construction, and health services.

4. Bairnsdale
As the commercial centre of East Gippsland, Bairnsdale offers a wide variety of roles, especially in agriculture, logistics, and community services.

5. Moe
Affordable living and solid job prospects — especially in trades and support roles — keep Moe firmly in the top five for job searches this month.

🛠️ Top 5 Searched Job Categories

1. Administration and Support
   Whether it’s office assistants, customer service, or reception roles, administrative jobs remain the backbone of many local businesses — and demand is strong.
2. Community and Social Services
   There’s strong interest in roles supporting the community, including aged care, disability support, youth work, mental health services, and support workers — all vital to the wellbeing of our region.
3. Construction and Trades
   With regional development continuing to grow, so does the need for skilled tradies — from carpenters and plumbers to sparkies and site supervisors.
4. Retail and Hospitality
   As the warmer months wind down, local businesses are still on the hunt for great people to help keep shops, pubs, cafes, and restaurants running smoothly.
5. Healthcare and Medical
   From nurses to allied health professionals, the healthcare sector remains one of Gippsland’s most critical and sought-after industries — especially as regional health services expand and evolve.

Why This Matters

These insights don’t just show where people are looking — they also highlight where the opportunities are.

If you're a business in any of these industries or towns, now is a great time to connect with local job seekers who are actively searching and ready to apply. Gippslander is proud to be a platform that supports our regional workforce and helps keep Gippsland moving.

👉 Want to get your roles in front of an active local audience?
Post a job today or get in touch to find out how we can help you attract the right people.