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Moe school fence pledge

A Moe primary school longing for a secure fence around its perimeter will put an end to 10 years of campaigning if a state Liberal-Nationals government is elected in November.

LRH gets suicide support program

Latrobe Regional Hospital predicts Gippsland people who have made a suicide attempt will receive better follow-up support with the roll-out of a state government program.

Charlton sets eyes on Oregon

Traralgon tennis young gun Josh Charlton is so serious about the game, he will pack up his Latrobe Valley life for the United States' west coast next month where he will spend four years.

Latrobe Regional Hospital mental health upgrade

Latrobe Regional Hospital's acute mental health inpatient unit will undergo a $500,000 upgrade to 20-year-old facilities to help staff keep a closer eye on patients and improve safety.

Northe calls for $40m development fund

Member for Morwell Russell Northe will seek $40 million from the state government to establish a fund provide essential services infrastructure for local development projects.

Fairies keen to smash record

Old Gippstown is wishing for the magic moment when Gippsland families smash a world record for the highest number of fairies gathered in one place.

Merlino’s pledge to Churchill

Churchill Primary students and staff were thrilled to hear from Education Minister James Merlino yesterday that their school would undergo a $2.6 million upgrade if the Andrews government is re-elected in November.

Care homes fail aged

Sanctions have been imposed on a Traralgon aged care home after a range of breaches that posed an immediate and severe risk to the residents were found during a surprise audit.

Winter fire warnings

A recent spate of winter out-of-control fires in East Gippsland has promoted Latrobe Valley fire fighters to issue a warning about the dangerously dry conditions across the region.

Kids learn dog safety tips

Solon the seven-year-old border collie was the centre of attention at Moe Child Care and Kindergarten on Tuesday during a visit designed to teach children about canine safety.

Motorcyclist charged with drug offences

An unlicensed man riding an unregistered motorcycle has escaped without serious injury after almost colliding with another vehicle on Maryvale Road, Morwell on Tuesday.

Jeannette fights for others

Jeannette Veeman is remaining optimistic despite the realisation her life could take a turn at any moment.

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