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Blazing without saddles

THE proverbial horse had bolted well before this year's 125th annual Traralgon Show, when equestrian events were forced off the card due to showground conditions, but the show went bravely on in their absence.

Pondage paddling

IN anticipation of the upcoming holiday season, school children and adults alike are learning water skills and dangers at local open waterways.

For the love of dance

A LOVE for dance has sustained 56 year-old Vicki Flower's dance academy for four decades.

Unease lifted

A Traralgon man has come to the rescue of volunteer-run organisation Traralgon Men's Shed after two recent break-ins caused unease in the facility.

Plea for lost Lady

A Traralgon dog rescue centre has made an impassioned plea for the public's help in finding an emotionally unstable border collie cross.

Refreshing new look

A Mirboo North pool committee is optimistic about the pool's future after recent consultations with the South Gippsland Shire Council.

Park fee hike angers Lyle

A Morwell disability pensioner fears he may no longer be able to visit national parks following a proposed camping fee model.

Leaders commended

TWO local Scout leaders are among 270 Victorian leaders to be recognised for their contribution to scouting and young people.

Time to grow the mo

Men have swapped smooth and shaven for bristled and brazen in their quest for the ultimate moustache this Movember.

Market to spring into action

MORWELL'S central business district will become a hub of creative excellence and sustainable ideas tomorrow night for a spring market and festival as part of the ReActivate: Latrobe Valley initiative.

Nutritious relief

Latrobe Valley residents doing it tough will receive much-needed food relief from today, thanks to a new partnership between food rescue organisation FareShare and GDF SUEZ Australian Energy.

Facing up to fears

 For a year nine student cracking several jokes in front of a large crowd could be the "toughest thing they ever do".

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