Remembering a likeable larrikin
Jack Desmond StrongMay 10, 1999 – September 3 2018Jack Desmond Strong has been remembered as a determined, respectful and "likeable country larrikin" who could sometimes...
Normal fire season ahead
The Latrobe Valley should expect a normal fire season, but local conditions could worsen if the region does not get good spring rain, according to local fire experts.
The art of giving back
Before Bill Keech moved to Mirboo North, and just before the turn of the century, he worked at a clothing factory and he was bored.
MP doubles down on funds
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has renewed his push for the Victorian government to double its funding for Lifeline Gippsland.
MICA paramedic push
Paramedic crews transporting critically-ill patients long distances from rural Victoria to major hospitals means fewer crews are left to respond to more cases, according to Ambulance Employees Australia Victoria general secretary Danny Hill.
Victim, 83, discharged after Morwell home invasion
A woman who was punched "a number of times" as she laid in bed has been discharged from hospital following an aggravated burglary at Morwell this morning.
Blue buns raise awareness
Grab yourself a blue bun when you're in Traralgon this month and help raise awareness and support for prostate cancer.
Eco-friendly living on display
People interested in eco-friendly homes are being invited to jump on a bus for a cook's tour of the Latrobe Valley's most sustainably-built houses.
Torched cars are a bushfire threat
The torching of cars dumped in pine plantations could lead to widespread bushfires in the Latrobe Valley, authorities warned as police this week issued an appeal for people to lock their cars and keep an eye out for unusual behaviour.
Morwell transformation set to go
Work will begin next month to transform Morwell's central business district into a more "pedestrian-friendly" and "greener" space after a $1 million state government grant was awarded to Latrobe City yesterday.
Tyers car fire
Police are calling for information after a car was set alight in Tyers on September 1.
Major works for Baromi Park
South Gippsland Shire has given the thumbs up for a master plan to carry out a widespread facelift at Baromi Park in Mirboo North as part of a major capital works program across the municipality.





















