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Decentralisation doubts

Grattan Institute chief executive John Daley has warned the Latrobe Valley not to pin its job creation hopes on decentralisation or to rely on governments to increase jobs.

High speed no go: Grattan

High speed rail is an idea so bad they made a Utopia episode about it, Grattan Institute chief executive John Daley said.

40 years of dog show best

Churchill's Gaskin Park will be flooded with pedigree dogs this weekend for the Morwell Traralgon Kennel Club's annual conformation show.

Nats stand by rehab

Member for Eastern Victoria Melina Bath has stood by the Coalition's election promise it would build a residential rehabilitation facility, but said the Nationals would not "tear up contracts" if the state government had solidified plans to build its youth rehabilitation centre.

Gippsland to benefit from Pakenham upgrade: ALP

Both Labor and the Coalition have promised to remove level crossings in Pakenham, which would improve the reliability and speed of Latrobe Valley services.

Stork to deliver Moe plaza music jam

The Newborough man who joined Rose Tattoo's rhythm section for eight months on New Years' Eve 1975 has devised a strategy to liven up the Moe central business district.

Coalition to fund final piece

Anne SimmonsAn elected Coalition government would provide a missing piece of state funding to finish the Princes Highway roadworks in the Morwell electorate motorists...

Perfect results a just reward for Spud’s efforts

Maurizio 'Spud' Manduci has dedicated himself to the pursuit of perfection for the last eight years.

Yinnar wants to become RV-Friendly

Yinnar could soon become a major destination for grey nomads with the community pushing for the town to become an official Recreational Vehicle Friendly destination.

Les waits for renovations

A Moe man with severe disabilities is stuck waiting for major renovations to make his cramped home wheelchair-accessible under the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Fellowship for leading community

A Morwell Indigenous woman who was awarded a prestigious fellowship as an emerging leader, plans to develop programs for women's healing and community development.

Northe on servo demolition mission

Member for Morwell Russell Northe is furious over United Petroleum's refusal to tell the public any information about when it intends to demolish the abandoned Churchill petrol station.

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Making public transport safe

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