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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.

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.

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.

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

Bushfire safety advice

FREE at-home advice on bushfire safety is available from the Country Fire Authority.

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Melbourne makes Opals cut

BASKETBALL FIBA BY BLAKE METCALF-HOLT   SEVEN cuts were made for the Australian Opals, with Traralgon's Jade Melbourne holding her spot. The duel WNBL and WNBA player will don...