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.
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.
Stories reinforce love for Latrobe
EIGHTY-two heartwarming stories from individuals about why they love Latrobe has prompted Latrobe City Council to reopen submissions to the Latrobe Story website.
School’s in
NEWBOROUGH twins Oscar and Cooper Hanson were awake at 6am yesterday, excited to be finally joining their big brother Sam at school.
Making amends
AN elderly couple, who were left stranded by taxi service provider 13CABS last month, had their complaints heard by the company when a representative visited them last week, and claimed they had since noticed a positive change.
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.




















