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Push for skate park fund

Latrobe City Council will investigate location options for a new skate park and youth precinct for Traralgon once funding for the project is secured.

Tourist numbers on the rise

The Latrobe Valley is experiencing an increase in the number of tourists visiting the region from Melbourne, according to the peak tourism organisation for the region.

Free clothes meeting community needs

Those doing it tough across the Latrobe Valley can access free clothing with a new community-based initiative in Traralgon.

Coles retains all staff

Fifty staff members at retailing giant Coles' Mid Valley store which closed permanently on Sunday have relocated to Morwell's George Street supermarket.

Journey into landscapes inspire Graeme

Despite having a studio overlooking the rolling Thorpdale hills, landscape artist Graeme Myrteza says the colour green is "about the worst thing you could ever work with".

Generators back NEG

Latrobe Valley electricity generators have reiterated their support for the National Electricity Guarantee after the nation's energy ministers decided to press on with the policy despite disagreeing on key aspects.

Soup van in Traralgon

The aroma of hot and hearty vegetable soup will drift through the streets of Traralgon from August 14 once a soup van arrives in town on August 14 to address a growing need for welfare assistance in the community.

Trafalgar farewells last of big four banks

The ANZ bank has announced it will close its Trafalgar branch on October 3 in a move which has outraged some community members.

A taste of the tropics

Next time you're crunching into the sweet slice of pineapple on the lip of a cocktail and pondering its origins, don't let your mind wander too far.

Grass is Green for mechanical engineer

As a youngster, Rachael Green knew she was interested in a career involving maths and physics.

Paper industry a family affair for the Donoghues

Six members of the Donoghue family walk into the board room and take a seat around the table at Australian Paper's Maryvale Mill.

Tree change just fine for Yoshifumi

A representative from Australian Paper Maryvale's Japanese owner Nippon Paper Industries is awaiting a decision from headquarters on whether he will remain in his management and liaison role in pulp in the Latrobe Valley.

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