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There’s no place like snow

THE first dump of fresh snow at Mount Baw Baw still puts a smile on Steve Asbock's face, 40 years since he started skiing as a boy.

Our favourite bogan

A Traralgon grandmother's quest to be named Australia's greatest bogan has taken her to the grand final of television show, Bogan Hunters.

Respite centre brings relief

A family's eight-year wait for a respite centre in the Latrobe Valley has finally ended.

Soldiering on

One of Latrobe Valley's pioneering men's health gatherings - the Latrobe Valley Prostate Support Group - will see an emotional changing of the guard this month.

Donations wanted

A Newborough woman is seeking community support to give back to a charity that helped her relatives through an emotional and difficult time.

House hit hard

Morwell Neighbourhood House has reported decreased participation and enrolments and fears the community is suffering psychologically since the Hazelwood mine fire.

Helping to settle

South Sudanese refugee Zanruwa Mazae has seen the struggle faced by new Australians and is among a team working hard to combat feelings of hopelessness and isolation within their communities.

In leaps and bounds

Dog obedience enthusiasts from across the state gathered to test their canine companions at the weekend.

No easy task

Veteran State Emergency Service member Mick Vanderzalm says there is no job description for what you get exposed to as a volunteer.

Make-up marvels

What goes on backstage at a Miss Universe pageant? Five talented locals saw for themselves when chosen to do the hair and make-up of the brilliant beauties.

Valley’s visual winter feast

Morwell's streetscape will host a visual feast later this month when a projection festival lights up the town's alleyways, shop fronts and urban structures.

Steps to heart health

The cardiac rehabilitation program at Latrobe Regional Hospital is helping heart patients rebuilt their strength in a controlled and supportive environment.

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