Maxfield to contest seat of Narracan
Drouin East resident Christine Maxfield will stand as the Labor candidate for the seat of Narracan, making her entry into the political race about a month before the election.
Long waiting lists concern
Long waiting lists for men to access support programs is a key area in the family violence sector which needs to be addressed, says No To Violence chief executive officer Jacqui Watt.
Opposition promises rehab centre for Latrobe
Opposition spokesperson for mental health Emma Kealy was in Traralgon today to announce plans to build and fund a residential rehabilitation centre for the Latrobe Valley should the Liberal Nationals be elected to government next month.
Lecture explores war effects
Those interested in history will gain insight into the effect the First World War had on the people and economy of Gippsland at an upcoming Centre for Gippsland Studies free lecture.
Workers’ job heartache
Retrenched Carter Holt Harvey and Hazelwood Power Station workers are feeling forgotten as many are being forced to travel interstate or leave the region to find work.
Gillam’s golden glory
Wood chopper Glen Gillam has returned home to Toongabbie after carrying his team to their fifth victory at the Stihl Timbersports World Championships in Liverpool.
Mental health care will go to high school under Labor
High school students at state schools across Gippsland will have in-school access to dedicated mental health professionals under a $51.2 million state government program to be rolled out next year.
Car torched in Newborough
A four-wheel-drive was set alight outside a property on Hagens Track, Newborough about 2.40am on Friday.
Calls for payroll tax relief
Pay roll tax relief for small to medium businesses was atop the agenda last week during a Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry luncheon where more than 30 local businesses were represented.
Festival a feast for eyes and more
The Tyers Arts Festival will introduce a music, food and wine component and a number of new art awards to the line-up this year.
Gas gives hope for tomato glasshouse
A carbon dioxide capture project at Loy Yang A could lead to the construction of a glasshouse to grow tomatoes in the Latrobe Valley employing about 100 people.
Coalition pledges Catholic funding
A Catholic primary school in Traralgon may be forced to relocate if the student population continues to grow.
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Uplifting experience for youngsters
By KATRINA BRANDON
CREATING a safe and fun space for local youth, the Uplift Collective came together on July 8 at Village Cinema Morwell to...
