Premier does not rule out testing increase for Valley
Premier Daniel Andrews has not ruled out increased coronavirus testing in the Latrobe Valley, as some locals have raised concerns about the rising number of positive cases in the Valley.
Death of Bupa Traralgon resident
A resident at Bupa Traralgon who was COVID-19 positive has died. In a statement, a Bupa spokesperson said they believed pre-existing conditions "most likely contributed to (the resident's) passing".
John finds happiness in gift of giving
John Van Berkel has endured a tough year but his heart of gold has not lost its shine.
Contract tracing team launched at LRH
Latrobe Regional Hospital established a contact tracing team on Monday to assist the state-wide effort to track and trace the spread of coronavirus in the local community.
Mast collapse under investigation
A meteorological mast at the site of the proposed Delburn wind farm has collapsed, causing hundreds of thousands of dollars of damage.
Police praise community compliance
Morwell police have praised the behaviour of Latrobe residents, with only six penalty notices issued for breaches of mandatory mask-wearing since the policy came into effect on August 3.
Eighty is a cakewalk for Aunty Margot
Margot Whelan is not slowing down as she approaches her 80th birthday, even baking cookies during her interview with The Express.
COVID-19 testing boost
Coronavirus testing resources in the Valley are set to be bolstered significantly, with works underway to expand the operations of the Morwell Respiratory Clinic.
COVID-19 cases confirmed at Latrobe Valley school
Two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed at Lavalla Catholic College.
Students and ATARs to be individually assessed
VCE students will be individually assessed this year and any adverse impacts of COVID-19 reflected in ATAR rankings, Premier Daniel Andrews announced last week.
Valley’s $18 million saving
Residents in Latrobe City have saved more than $18 million on the pokies since gaming venues closed in March, according to data crunched by a gambler's help advocate.
Residents frustrated by testing delays
On a daily basis, Member for Morwell Russell Northe said he is contacted by a number of locals struggling with long waiting times for coronavirus testing and results.
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