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Focused on inspiring youth

Moe resident Colin Thomas has come to terms with his deteriorating eyesight, but it has not stopped him from continuing his education.

Human touch for South Ward vote count

WITH only two candidates in the upcoming Latrobe City council elections, South Ward will be attracting the lion's share of man-hours in the counting room this weekend.

Taking on the key challenges

MONASH Gippsland's status as a research-intensive university helping to reduce the region's key challenges has recently taken centre stage.

One step at a time

THE last 18 months have been challenging for Hazelwood North resident Monica Chisholm and her eight-year old daughter Kate, following the sudden death of husband and father Peter, to skin cancer.

Setting the night alight with hope

AN emotional walk of hope for a future without cancer attracted more than 100 people to Victory Park, Traralgon recently.

Sisters’ shared spirit

SOME sisters share secrets with each other; others share clothes.

Helping those less fortunate

AFTER 40 years of dedication to the community, Traralgon's Marge Evans is hanging up her volunteering boots.

Rail trail commitment pays off

WORK is underway on the first stage of the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail upgrade, after the State Government announced funding for the project yesterday.

Fantastic Fontaines

When it comes to crossing the finish line at the 20th Bupa Around the Bay bike riding challenge, Sophie and Amanda Fontaine know it is not about who comes first, but what they achieve together.

Hannah’s fight

WEARING a wig is not a fashion statement but an attempt by 25 year-old Hannah O'Loughlin to maintain her femininity while battling cancer.

Setting the standard

AS Carers Week draws national attention to the plight of carers this week, several Victorian regions have looked to adopt an innovative carers network model spearheaded by Gippsland advocates.

Pedalling to work

LATROBE Valley residents will put the pedal down this Wednesday for Ride2Work Day.

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