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Sharing caring experiences

Long-term foster carer from Pakenham, Karen McIntosh said many people did not realise the different types of care people could offer.

Lisa finds her place in SES

Victoria State Emergency Service Moe unit deputy controller for training Lisa May was climbing up a ladder in an internal training course, strapped in a harness and connected to anchor points, carrying with her a "ridiculous" fear of heights.

Callinan channels sounds of swing

Melbourne comedian Damian Callinan was in Paris a few years ago when a mob of swing dancers "came out of the woodwork" around him and he was halfway between "seething jealousy and admiration".

Foster care concerns

A Latrobe Valley couple has voiced concerns about the foster care system following two incidents in which their son was left behind by his foster carer.

Alpaca art has never felt so good

There is nothing at all conventional about Cheryl Cook's artistic practice, which is perhaps why the felter has titled her first exhibition An Unconventional Journey.

Mark has classes down to a fine art

Suffering with bipolar, Mark Gibson-Williamson was looking for a way to be more involved in the community.

Yallourn North garden engages the senses

A vegetable garden for Yallourn North preschoolers equipped with colourful play equipment to engage all the senses has been the brainchild of 16 students at Kurnai College.

Bombers win Pride Cup

Traralgon Tyers United's senior side topped off a successful day for the club at the second annual Gippsland Pride Cup with an outright thumping of Glengarry, 22.17 (149) to 1.4 (10).

Thai test for Chrissy

Traralgon fitness model Chrissy Warren has never been overseas but her first trip abroad to Thailand this week may be difficult to top.

Power outage anger

Newborough business owners impacted by a day-long power outage on Rutherglen Road are fuming over the loss of turnover on a busy trading day and some are seeking compensation.

Partnership is shielding barriers

A partnership between the Moe RSL and the newly-formed Newborough Men's Shed will tackle social isolation and boost the mental wellbeing of men in the community.

Free course refocuses business

Registrations for a free five-day course offered to businesses affected by the closure of Hazelwood Power Station have opened and former participants are encouraging local businesses to jump on board.

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