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A network of support

WHAT started seven months ago as a website for families of Gippslanders with autism is rapidly swelling into a Victoria-wide network of support.

Donations help unborn babies

SHOPPERS at Gippsland's Woolworths stores have been credited with assisting in the bulk of a major fundraising appeal to help Latrobe Regional Hospital's smallest patients.

Closing the gap

AS the country recognises National Close the Gap Day today, Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has warned indigenous disadvantage is rife in regional Australia and not just in remote communities.

Get on your bike

LATROBE Valley school students will strap on their helmets and put their feet to the pedal on Friday for National Ride2School Day.

Fundraising in memory of a friend

HAVING cultivated his facial hair for more than three decades, Graeme Jones was more than just a little attached to his beard.

The taste of success

TOM Cummaudo's recipe for success is no secret; the Mirboo North resident and potato farmer swears by hard work and long hours.

Awarded for service

THREE Latrobe Valley education professionals were honoured with Gippsland Education Service awards recently.

Youth step up fight for Moe project

MOE youth have taken a stand against a Latrobe City Council move to shelve a multi-million dollar town revitalisation plan, hailing the project as a much-needed boost to their spirits.

Scholarship boost for agribusiness students

A MAJOR new scholarship fund has been announced in Gippsland to advance the skills of people in agribusiness roles.

A respectful interest

EVER since he was a curious eight year-old brewing with an early interest in Australia's wartime history, it seems Traralgon teenager Bayley Charalambous was destined for the prestigious Spirit of Anzac award he recently earned.

Lobby calls for cash

THE 'Save Moe's Future' lobby is building an arsenal of financial reserves to progress its campaign if a Latrobe City Council vote does not go its way.

Erica’s iconic blooms

IT has taken 12 years of trial and error to get Erica's iconic begonias to the spectacular blooms they are today, and grower Martin Farrugia is still learning.

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