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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.

Crash and flee

VICTORIA Police is seeking information following an incident in Traralgon at the weekend where a woman who drove her vehicle into a shop window in Seymour Street fled the scene.

‘Miracle’ project opens

HAILED as a "victory for passionate people", stage two of Gippsland Rotary Centenary House was officially opened on Friday.

Community siren upgrades heralded

Rural fire brigade captains have welcomed a pilot program to re-introduce the use of community sirens in two Latrobe Valley towns as an additional warning tool leading into the summer fire season.

Bike path moves forward

THE route for the much anticipated multi-million dollar Morwell to Traralgon cycle link is anticipated to be announced early next year, once Latrobe City overcomes current environmental challenges.

Trust granted more land

THE Hazelwood Cemetery Trust has officially been granted title to an adjoining block of land which will allow for further development and expansion.

Boost for Men’s Shed

THE Rosedale Men's Shed has received a $2000 boost from the Federal Government to help establish a permanent base.

New unit targeting arsonists launched

A STATEWIDE effort to crack down on arsonists has seen the introduction of a new specialist police group to target high-risk areas.

FIBA funds boost

THE FIBA Oceania Pacific Youth Basketball Championships received a leg up just days before its opening ceremony with a $15,000 funding boost from the State Government's Significant Sporting Events Program.

Suspicious fire

WELLINGTON Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance with regard to a suspicious fire that occurred in Rosedale on Tuesday.

Change to council meeting time

NEW councillors took to Latrobe City Council chambers with intent to "refresh" and bring change, starting with the council meeting time.

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Information wanted on Morwell incident

By KATRINA BRANDON MAJOR Collision Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for information after a man was found deceased on the side of the road in...