Citizens who give back recognised in Latrobe
Rosanna Colli's message to people of the Latrobe Valley is "to give as much as you can" to improve the liveability of "our great city".
Flynns Creek fire
Almost a dozen CFA tankers and a water bomber helicopter responded to a blaze at Flynns Creek on Thursday which burnt about 10 hectares of land.
Kids affected in park attack
Forensic testing will be undertaken after several children reported burning sensations after using play equipment at Apex Park in Moe on Sunday morning.
Steelvision insolvent
Administrators have been appointed to take over Steelvision after its sole director last week declared the company – which received more than half a million dollars in Victorian taxpayer money less than 12 months ago – was insolvent.
Yallourn North captures spirit of Australia Day
Yallourn North's community started January 26 with a social breakfast in Lions Park before their own primary school students sang at Kernot Hall, Morwell for Latrobe City's main Australia Day ceremony.
Breakfast cheer for Trafalgar’s volunteers
A tireless volunteer at the Trafalgar East Hall, Bill Ringin, and 2018 Trafalgar High School captain, Liam White, both received accolades on Australia Day for their community service.
Fozard stands for parliament
After announcing he will run as a lower house independent for the seat of Monash in the upcoming federal election, Yarragon businessman Michael Fozard is calling for the help of the community to "make a change".
Silvester recognised as Latrobe sporting legend
Gary Silvester was only tagging along with his brother and sister when he was introduced to badminton.
Professor’s global achievements earn honour
From her professional beginnings at a small practice in the Moe area, Professor Sarah Elizabeth Strasser has travelled the globe working to strengthen the presence of doctors in rural areas.
Ambassador’s warm welcome for new Aussies
It was the day that mother of two Shaisia Zaffar had been waiting for since she arrived in Australia from Pakistan in 2012.
Ambulance Service Medal for Traralgon’s own
Not one to take all the glory for himself, Traralgon resident Ross Salathiel was quick to point out the achievements that earned him an Ambulance Service Medal at the weekend were a team effort.
Boolarra honours community champions
Two Budgeree residents were honoured with certificates for contributions to the community in Saturday's Australia Day celebrations at Boolarra.