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Scholarships support nurses

THE achievements of Latrobe Regional Hospital's mental health nurses were well recognised by the State Government during recent scholarship allocations.

Remembering and fighting on

SUFFERERS of asbestos related diseases, their loved ones and other community members gathered to remember those who have died, and vowed to continue the fight for awareness and justice on Friday.

Push for healthier lifestyle

A PREVENTIVE health model already underway in the Latrobe Valley, touted as "the biggest ever push for healthier lifestyles in Latrobe", was officially launched by State Health Minister David Davis in Moe on Friday.

Building industry regulation reforms

REFORMS to oversights in building industry regulation will be overhauled following the establishment of Victorian Building Authority.

Dahlsens to downscale

A NUMBER of jobs are likely to go at Traralgon's Dahlsens branch over the next month, as the store drops its lifestyle range due to poor sales performance.

Group welcomes new additions

A LOCAL disability support service provider has welcomed the addition of two new wheelchair taxis to the Traralgon Taxis fleet in the last month.

Rider injured on ‘dangerous’ track

CALLS to close an infamous four-wheel-drive track north of Walhalla, have been made after a motorbike rider was injured recently.

Discussion about Ostlers House

A CLOSED planning mediation meeting was held last week by Latrobe City Council between an applicant seeking the demolition of Ostlers House in Traralgon, and persons who submitted objections to the proposal.

Cuisine to unite Latrobe Valley community

THE international language of food will help unite people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in the Latrobe Valley, after a local organisation secured state funding for its Community Kitchen program.

Pet scam stuns family

A CHURCHILL woman has warned others to be wary of online pet advertisements, after she was scammed out of $1380 last week.

Guide more harm than good: GARDS

A "MISLEADING" asbestos guide for homeowners is still widely available on a government website, despite assurances from a federal minister steps would be taken to have it removed.

Revved up to help

A GROUP of passionate Gippsland motorcyclists who dedicate December to helping others, are gearing up for the annual Christmas Toy Run.

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