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Eviction fails to stop entry

A temporary fence erected by council on Wednesday last week at the old Presentation College site in Moe has failed to deter people from entering the premises with power continuously running inside the building.

Program to help vulnerable Latrobe families

Latrobe Valley families affected by alcohol and drug use will be able to access new treatment services from Uniting Gippsland following state government funding.

Abbott visited draws protest

Latrobe Valley environment groups felt snubbed by former prime minister Tony Abbott when he was in Morwell on Monday and refused to speak about his plans for a new coal-fired power station.

Gippslanders not interested in polls: Chester

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester believes Latrobe Valley residents are not interested in leadership challenges or polls, and are frustrated with internal party bickering.

Car smashes Moe shop window

Moe police believe it was possible a woman in her 70s hit the accelerator instead of the brakes, when her car mounted the footpath and collided with a shop window in Tuesday afternoon.

Silver medal means the world to Andrew

From Glengarry West to Wagga Wagga, Andrew Brady journeyed across state lines last month and returned home a world silver medallist.

Tigers end losing streak

After enduring a tumultuous couple of years, Gormandale has notched its first win in the North Gippsland League seniors competition in 707 days at the expense of Cowwarr, 12.12 (84) to 4.4 (28).

Abbott dodges media in Morwell

Former Prime Minister and now Coalition backbencher Tony Abbott dodged the media today, when he made a brief stop at the Morwell RSL as part of the Pollie Pedal bicycle ride.

Monash a popular choice

The Australian Electoral Commission has recommended changing the name of the Division of McMillan to Monash after receiving community feedback.

Recycling cost to hit home

Latrobe City ratepayers will have to cough-up another $27 a year for kerbside rubbish removal, adding another blow to battling landowners, according to local support groups.

Trained to make seniors feel welcome

A total of 22 community groups were recognised by Latrobe City Council on Tuesday for being senior-friendly in a project to address social isolation and loneliness affecting the aged.

Club supports Cup debate

Moe Racing Club has welcomed Latrobe City Council's decision to conduct community consultation prior to making a decision about whether or not to hold a half-day public holiday on the day of the Moe Cup.

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