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.
‘Miracle’ project opens
HAILED as a "victory for passionate people", stage two of Gippsland Rotary Centenary House was officially opened on Friday.
Bushfire safety advice
FREE at-home advice on bushfire safety is available from the Country Fire Authority.
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.
Illegal dumping
A SUSPECTED illegal asbestos dumping less than 200 metres from the Tyers residential area has reignited calls for Latrobe City Council to drop tip charges for disposal of the dangerous material.
Former McCormack Demby sites sold
Former McCormack Demby sites sold
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