Year 10s get free meningococcal vaccine
Victorian Year 10 students will get free vaccinations against the deadly meningococcal virus, as part of a $1.5 million program being rolled out across all secondary schools by the state government.
Response times to smile about
The average response time for an ambulance to reach the scene of a Code One emergency in the Latrobe Valley has improved by about two minutes since last year.
Festa’s Italian flavour
Nonna's secret Italian recipes will be revealed at this year's Italian festival in Mirboo North, with the launch of a cookbook that passes down traditional knowledge.
Creek facelift sought
Taking his partner and son for a walk down Narracan Creek recently, Moe resident Steve Johnstone was shocked to see the state of the overgrowth surrounding the creek south of Narracan Drive and the railway bridge.
Gippsland All Abilities Social Group is back
Traralgon resident Phillip Chalker is passionate about ensuring disabled people in the community are not left feeling isolated.
No blueprint, no hope
Prominent businessman Manny Gelagotis says commercial developers and business leaders are losing confidence in the direction of the Latrobe Valley and are investing elsewhere.
Bookings urged for study
Researchers from the Hazelwood Health Study are encouraging people to book for a blood and cardiovascular assessment upon receiving an invitation this week.
Artistic memories of cancer journey
It was July 2016 when Yallourn North artist Carolyn Henry heard her cancer diagnosis.
Babies cleared of mine fire risk
Researchers have found no association between pregnant women's exposure to the mine fire smoke of 2014 and low birth weights or premature births.
Latrobe Regional Hospital redevelopment opens
Health Minister Jill Hennessy celebrated the ability of the Stage 2A development at Latrobe Regional Hospital to offer Gippsland "world-class" facilities with improved capacity at its official opening on Friday, February 2.
Few tears, no fears for preps
There was a lot of excitement, a few tears and nerves as almost 600 preps across Latrobe Valley schools put on brave faces to walk into the classroom for the first time this week.
Lots to love about alpine dingoes
The alpine resort at Mount Baw Baw is set to build a den and research centre for one of Australia's most publicly debated predators.






















