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Valley contraceptive access poor

A survey by Gippsland Women's Health has found Gippsland women face disadvantage in access to abortions and the emergency contraceptive pill.

Samantha is set to shave her locks

Traralgon 17-year-old Samantha Simpson will no longer spend her mornings wrapping her locks round and round into a tight bun.

Hazelwood Pondage petition gains traction

A petition calling on the state government to "explore every option available to it" to re-open Hazelwood pondage has garnered more than 2000 signatures in a matter of weeks.

Crews come to help

Firefighting crews from New Zealand and Western Australia have arrived in Gippsland to assist in the Yinnar South-Budgeree fire.

Women unite and celebrate

Events were held throughout the region to recognise International Women's Day, as hundreds of people turned out to celebrate.

All welcome at Walhalla

Walhalla tourism operators are urging people to visit the historic town as recent Gippsland bushfires have deterred visitors and halted revenue.

Memories of the 1977 strike

In 1977, the first live televised VFL grand final was in doubt as electricity generation waned and power restrictions took hold of the state.

Yinnar South-Budergee fire not suspicious

A fire which burnt about 2000 hectares and destroyed two houses has been deemed not suspicious.

Help to reduce screentime

Setting time structures and changing routines are key to helping children reduce screen time, according to Latrobe Community Health Service

Festival fun ahead

What opportunities exist for young people in the Latrobe Valley?

Morwell flora fire toll still unknown

Local naturalists are waiting to count the wildlife lost to the Yinnar South-Budgeree fire that burnt about one-fifth of Morwell National Park.

Rams reign supreme

Toongabbie have staved off a resurgent Ex Students juggernaut to claim the 2018/19 A grade premiership in the Traralgon and District Cricket Association.

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