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Watch out for fires

GIPPSLANDERS have been urged to be vigilant of fires this week after a Total Fire Ban was declared in six districts today following predictions of severe fire danger.

Run-down but fixable

A HERITAGE building at the rear of a Traralgon pub has been saved from demolition.

Price rises ‘compliant’

GIPPSLAND Water has moved to end criticism it overcharged water customers, after an independent audit "confirmed" prices were compliant with an approval by the Essential Services Commission.

Pool project saved

A SOLE letter from a disgruntled resident has been revealed as the basis for a councillor's push to quash the Gippsland Aquatic Centre project.

How does your burnt garden grow?

HOME to hundreds of species of flora, Esther and Sean Leahy's Koornalla property has been the ideal case study for fire recovery.

Donate during business hours

Latrobe Valley opportunity shops hit by illegal dumping have urged donators to give during business hours so their donations are not exposed to weather and theft.

Tight squeeze after carriages sidelined

People with mobility needs in Gippsland could be left in the lurch after a number of V/Line disabled access carriages were sidelined last week.

Never too old

MORWELL resident Ian Buckley has proved sometimes all you need to succeed is for somebody to give you a chance.

PM visits fire-affected communities

PRIME Minister Julia Gillard joined local politicians on Monday during a visit of the communities affected by the Aberfeldy-Donnelys bushfire.

Linking up learners

A FIRST-of-its-kind online portal providing users in Latrobe City and Baw Baw Shire with education and career information was launched in Traralgon on Tuesday.

Warm welcome

GIPPSLAND is proving a preferred destination for Monash University graduates, with all 10 of this year's intake to the Gippsland Regional Intern Training program undertaking their medical studies through the university.

Hats off to Mandy’s wonderful creations

SINCE the 1970s, Newborough's Mandy Fanning has been turning heads.

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