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.
‘Sign of contempt’: ENGIE in firing line
Hazelwood owner ENGIE has refused to answer questions over its "inadequate staffing level" after it was slammed by the CFMEU this week for pulling fire protection staff and infrastructure from the Hazelwood mine.
Fish-lover hooked on his hobby
If you look inside Aaron Young's home you could be forgiven for mistaking his lounge room for a marine museum.
Call to extend youth care
A petition calling for the state government to review the out of home care system in Gippsland has been welcomed by the Gippsland Homelessness Network.
Dad steps up in eisteddfod role
Watching his children perform at the Latrobe Valley Eisteddfod almost 20 years ago, Mike Matthyssen was asked not to "just sit there", but to "come help".






















