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Futures on display

AN exhibition of work produced by students of the Global Studio's Print the Future program will be on display at the Baw Baw Arts Alliance Arts Hub in Yarragon from tomorrow.

Making a difference

THE Latrobe Valley community has raised more than half a million dollars over the past decade to fund cancer research, prevention and support services, with participants in last weekend's Relay for Life raising $97,000.

Vinnies appeal for furniture donations

LATROBE Valley residents looking to donate unwanted furniture have been urged to heed the call of St Vincent de Paul Society in the face of declining donations.

Roaring procession

THE thundering sound of about 500 motorcycle engines rumbled through the Morwell central business district on Thursday, as the annual Barry Sheene memorial ride proceeded to the Phillip Island motorcycle grand prix. 

Final fright night

This could be Gippsland's last chance to get its fill of scares and thrills at David Kupisiewicz's 'haunted house' this Halloween, with his plans to return to the United States next year.

Getting youth on track

AFTER years of striving for creature comforts and success in his career, Morwell's Glenn Veysey was surprised to find his life was not as fulfilling as he imagined it would be.

UGLY bartenders doing their bit

Latrobe Valley bartenders are getting UGLY in a bid to be crowned bartender of the year, and raise money for a good cause.

Shared stories of support

IN recognising the challenges faced by families who have children with autism, a Latrobe Valley group has published a book of personal accounts from parents to strong community support.

Focused on inspiring youth

Moe resident Colin Thomas has come to terms with his deteriorating eyesight, but it has not stopped him from continuing his education.

Human touch for South Ward vote count

WITH only two candidates in the upcoming Latrobe City council elections, South Ward will be attracting the lion's share of man-hours in the counting room this weekend.

Taking on the key challenges

MONASH Gippsland's status as a research-intensive university helping to reduce the region's key challenges has recently taken centre stage.

One step at a time

THE last 18 months have been challenging for Hazelwood North resident Monica Chisholm and her eight-year old daughter Kate, following the sudden death of husband and father Peter, to skin cancer.

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