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Panthers moving on from Morwell

Morwell’s oldest menswear business, Panthers Mensland on Commercial Road, will close after 63 years this month.

Cops embrace Koori culture

When Tarina Fanning became Victoria Police's first Aboriginal policewoman more than 30 years ago, she had no idea the organisation would one day embrace the Koori culture.

Talented to the Max

Seven-year-old riding pony Max wasn't purpose-bred for dressage like other horses but the striking steed is bucking the trend with the help of owner Jorja Halsall.

Protocols tackle major issue

A new set of protocols aimed at addressing and reducing family violence in the local Koori community was welcomed by police following its launch at Morwell yesterday.

Assault accused remanded

A man has been remanded in custody after allegedly violently beating his partner with a hockey stick during an assault at a Newborough unit lasting more than 30 hours.

Coach change means more V/Line delays

Gippsland rail users will have to get used to an extended commute to and from the city while level crossing works are being carried out at Caulfield and Dandenong until February 14.

Improved access to big fish

Anglers could land a whopping metre-long barramundi out of the Hazelwood pondage with the opening of 500 metres of new fishing access.

Party leaks candidate

The Liberal Party has inadvertently confirmed ahead of schedule that Dale Harriman will run as the party candidate for Morwell at this year's state election.

Three hospitalised after wet weather crashes

Two men and a woman have been taken to Latrobe Regional Hospital following three separate collisions on roads across the region today.

‘Best in litter’

Rising star Poke The Bear claimed his first feature trophy on Friday night with an emphatic victory at the Traralgon Cup final.

Opie honoured for masterful sports law program

Hayden Opie does not flinch when asked what he considers his greatest personal achievement to date.

Police slam speedsters

Police have slammed a group of drivers who were caught travelling almost 30 kilometres per hour or more over the speed limit along a section of the Princes Freeway at Trafalgar East in separate incidents on Tuesday.

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