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Demo plant impresses Ferguson

IF Latrobe Resources' new Loy Yang A-based briquette demonstration plant achieves its objectives then serious job opportunities should emerge, a Federal Minister said this week.

Funds needed to secure aero project

AN ambitious Gippsland project could play into the hands of foreign investors if funding is not secured to guarantee its establishment in the region.

The force is strong with this trek

If you thought you saw an Imperial Stormtrooper marching through Morwell on Monday, you probably did.

Safety programs to continue

THE global financial crisis may have hit business sectors across the globe, but a children's foundation is keen to keep its program running within the Latrobe Valley.

Driven by passion

The Blue Stockings Association began as a simple plan in 2007 to raise a modest sum of $500 for the students who were doing it hard at Monash University Gippsland.

Empowerment through education

QUIETLY, often underestimating their own capabilities, Gippsland women work hard to juggle their roles as mothers, carers, workers and students at the expense of their own ambitions.

No short term job ops

A NUMBER of large international companies are in detailed discussions with all levels of government about future Latrobe Valley-based operations, but government leaders have warned none offer job prospects in the immediate future.

Builder sets down tools

KIRWAY Constructions director Ross Clavarino has confirmed the company has gone in to voluntary administration as of today.

Hernes Oak crash

A 45 year-old Sale man suffered minor injuries when he lost control of the red station wagon he was driving, crashing into the median strip of the Princes Freeway about 1.10pm on Saturday near Hernes Oak.

Weekend assaults

TWO separate incidences of assault were reported on Saturday, with one victim requiring hospitalisation.

Dream come true

AN international debut performance in Switzerland has scored Traralgon’s Calvin Richardson a spot at a world renowned ballet institute - news he heralds as “the start of an exciting new life”.

Call for MACP support

MOE residents are being called on to voice their support for the Moe Activity Centre Plan in a bid to secure funding for the development.

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